A more thorough explanation:

Intimate association, freedom of refers to the right to form and maintain personal relationships without interference from the government. This right is protected by the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.

Freedom of association is the right to join with others in a lawful activity. This right is protected by the First Amendment. The government cannot prevent people from joining an association, but the members of the association do not necessarily have the right to exclude others.

Freedom of expressive association is the right to associate with others for the purpose of engaging in activities protected by the First Amendment, such as speech, assembly, and religion. The government cannot interfere with this right without a compelling reason.

Freedom of intimate association is the right to form and maintain personal relationships without interference from the government. This right is based on the constitutional right to privacy. The relationships protected by this right are familial in nature and involve deep attachments, a high degree of commitment, and the sharing of personal aspects of life. The members of these relationships have the right to exclude others.

A group of friends who gather regularly to discuss political issues is an example of freedom of association. The government cannot prevent them from meeting or discussing their views.

A church that only allows members of its faith to participate in certain religious ceremonies is an example of freedom of intimate association. The members of the church have the right to exclude others from these ceremonies because they are deeply personal and involve sharing personal beliefs.