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as in to integrate
to make a part of a body or system
they must embody their ideas in substantial institutions if they are to survive
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as in to express
to represent in visible form
George Washington embodied so many of the virtues that Americans hold dear
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Recent Examples of embody
Much like Miss Shamrock, Mr. Pat embodies the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day and St. Paul’s Irish roots.
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Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 13 Mar. 2025
These collaborations have long embodied the intersection of sport, fashion and entertainment.
—Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 13 Mar. 2025
Room & Board specializes in timeless design, quality materials, and impeccable craftsmanship, and the handsome Grove Dresser—available in four sizes and two solid wood options—perfectly embodies the brand’s upstanding approach.
—Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 13 Mar. 2025
Like most of her videos, Britney’s moves embody the carefree energy she’s known for.
—Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 11 Mar. 2025
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Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 13 Mar. 2025
These collaborations have long embodied the intersection of sport, fashion and entertainment.
—Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 13 Mar. 2025
Room & Board specializes in timeless design, quality materials, and impeccable craftsmanship, and the handsome Grove Dresser—available in four sizes and two solid wood options—perfectly embodies the brand’s upstanding approach.
—Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 13 Mar. 2025
Like most of her videos, Britney’s moves embody the carefree energy she’s known for.
—Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for embody
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These factors are integrated into course material and field sessions non-stop.—
Ashley Thess,
Outdoor Life,
14 Mar. 2025
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Individuals begin to emotionally integrate the change.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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At its conclusion, the foreign ministers issued a joint statement expressing their vision on several important matters, including Ukraine, the Middle East, Asia and the Indo-Pacific, Haiti, and Venezuela, among others.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
18 Mar. 2025
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According to the sheriff's office, the family has expressed a desire for closure.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2025
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Footage obtained by Fox News Digital depicts Coco Bongo as an upbeat nightclub featuring various shows incorporating crowd participation.—
Julia Bonavita,
Fox News,
16 Mar. 2025
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And Jack Smith using the power of government, incorporating these law firms, in my - in my view, were trying to disrupt and take down the Republican nominee for president.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
16 Mar. 2025
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Moncler’s recent Alpine extravaganza exemplifies how brands are creating immersive experiences to connect with audiences, while houses like Hermès and Bottega Veneta chose to maintain a firm focus on quiet craftsmanship that speaks through material innovation and technique.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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His work exemplifies how professional translation infrastructure supports the global expansion of Chinese web novels.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2025
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These distinctly unique renditions are born from a rich history that dates back to the 1600s, when Tamil Nadu migrants arrived in Malaya and assimilated with the local Malay community.—
Cheryl Tiu,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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The Najjars eventually settled in Houston, where Mo has assimilated in his own way.—
Inkoo Kang,
The New Yorker,
31 Jan. 2025
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One example was about transnational identity and how the game of domino symbolizes that.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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Rubber plants symbolize abundance and bring a sense of compassion to a family room.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Mar. 2025
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Epinephrine is the hormone that’s responsible for triggering that fight-or-flight feeling in the body, which can often manifest as the heart beating faster, sweating, and shaking.—
Aviel Kanter,
Glamour,
10 Mar. 2025
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That earnestness, which mars the whole script, also manifests in Rickards’ lead performance.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
8 Mar. 2025
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Listen to this article Lalas Abubakar’s legacy as a Colorado Rapids defender is epitomized by effort.—
Braidon Nourse,
The Denver Post,
27 Feb. 2025
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Survivor 47 The 47th season of Survivor beautifully blended the emotional blindsides of old with new-age strategy, epitomized by the instantly infamous Operation: Italy.—
Skyler Trepel,
People.com,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Embody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embody. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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