in
tact
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undamaged and complete
- The ancient artifact was discovered buried in the ground, remarkably intact after centuries.
- Despite the earthquake, most of the ancient artifacts in the museum remained intact.
- The fragile glassware survived the move across the country, arriving at its destination intact and unbroken.
- The detective found the crime scene surprisingly intact, with no evidence tampered with or disturbed.
- The family heirloom, passed down through generations, remained intact and cherished by its owners.
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(of a woman) having an unbroken hymen
- The examination confirmed she was intact.
- The patient was found to be intact during the routine check.
- The clinician noted that she remained intact.
- Her medical record indicated she was intact.
- The report described her as intact with no abnormalities.
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(of domestic animals) capable of reproducing
- The bull was mature and intact.
- Farmers keep certain male goats intact for breeding.
- The stallion remained intact despite the gelding of others.
- An intact tomcat was observed roaming the farm.
- Breeders prefer intact males for maintaining lineage.
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