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Collocations for intercourse - noun

1. sex

ADJECTIVE

sexual
heterosexual, homosexual
anal, vaginal
consensual, non-consensual
unlawful (esp. BrE)
unprotected

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VERB + intercourse

engage in, have, indulge in (BrE)
She never had sexual intercourse before she was married.
consent to
The judge asked if she had consented to intercourse.

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intercourse + VERB

occur, take place
He admitted that intercourse had taken place.

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PREPOSITION

during intercourse
intercourse between
intercourse between consenting adults
intercourse with
She denied having had sexual intercourse with him.
He accused her of intercourse with another man.

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2. exchange of ideas, feelings, etc.

ADJECTIVE

social
Life is a pleasant blend of work and social intercourse.

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