# INTERSECT

A set operation returning distinct rows present in both query results.

## What is **INTERSECT** in a relational database?

**INTERSECT** — A set operation returning distinct rows present in both query results.

```sql
SELECT email FROM customer
INTERSECT
SELECT email FROM subscriber;
```

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Updated: September 27, 2026

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