embody

verb

em·body | \ im-ˈbä-dē

embodied; embodying

Definition of embody

transitive verb

1 : to give a body to (a spirit) : incarnate

2a : to deprive of spirituality

b : to make concrete and perceptible

3 : to cause to become a body or part of a body : incorporate

4 : to represent in human or animal form : personify men who greatly embodied the idealism of American life— A. M. Schlesinger born 1917

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The legislature embodied a revenue provision in the new law. they must embody their ideas in substantial institutions if they are to survive

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The group agreed that CEOs need to model such mentoring relationships and that much of the success of the workforce depends on a a group of middle managers that embody the values of the company and dedicate time to developing their employees. — Erika Fry, Fortune, "How to Build a Thriving Multi-Generational Workforce," 12 June 2019 And mid-century is a perfect era that embodied so many of these ideologies: female empowerment, understanding of structure, and conveying structure in its most honest and raw portrayal through design. — Lucia Tonelli, ELLE Decor, "Best Room Wins," 30 May 2019 For people with schizophrenia, avatars that embody a person's auditory hallucinations also show promise. — Amy Ellis Nutt, Washington Post, "To Your Health newsletter," 2 July 2018 Oddly enough, the place that may best embody Anderson Valley’s iconoclastic spirit is its fanciest restaurant. — Jody Rosen, Smithsonian, "This Secret Corner of California Is a Paradise for Lovers of Great Food and Top-Notch Wines," 14 June 2018 Luxe gym Equinox is opening a hotel in New York's new Hudson Yards neighborhood next year in a move that embodies the evolution of wellness travel. — Kelli Kennedy, chicagotribune.com, "From celeb trainer workouts to cruises, 'wellness travel' is booming - and bringing in big money," 7 June 2018 Here, the five decidedly un-hillbilly spots that embody Nashville’s diverse music scene. — Andrea Williams, Condé Nast Traveler, "5 Nashville Must-Visit Music Venues (For Folks Who Hate Country)," 18 May 2018 Executive Chef Adam Sheff creates small plates that embody the local influences and ingredients in newly innovative ways. — Emily Lockwood, azcentral, "Andaz Scottsdale Resort and Spa," 23 Apr. 2018 Yep, the site is stocked with candles custom made to embody the odor of our beloved magical world. — Kelsey Stiegman, Seventeen, "Muggles, You Need These Harry Potter Scented Candles in Your Life," 19 Mar. 2019

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