He was an 'intense' young man who was very determined to do well in school.
After many years of 'intense' study, he received his medical degree.
She has an 'intense' dislike for/of her husband's friend.
(..) - Okay. I knew. You did! Oh.... I always figured you just thought I was Monica's geeky older brother. I did. Oh. Listen, do you think- and try not to let my intense vulnerability become any kind of a factor here- but do you think it would be okay if I asked you out? Sometime? Maybe? Yeah, maybe... (..)1994 TvShow: Friends Title: The One Where Monica Gets a Roommate Season: 1 Episode 1