This student's struggles epitomize the trouble with our schools.
his personal code of behavior on the playing field is epitomized by his favorite saying, “Nice guys finish last”
Recent Examples on the WebIn the working-class neighborhood of East Palo Alto, before Silicon Valley’s rise, my grandparents epitomized an era when jobs offered long-term security.—Ebony Flake, Essence, 8 Apr. 2024 Every unit contributes a distinct note to this harmonious blend, epitomizing ingenuity, uncompromising quality, and an unwavering commitment to achieving excellence.—Jon Stojan, USA TODAY, 8 Apr. 2024 This experience epitomized the story of New Deal counties that moved into the Republican coalition by the end of the 20th century.—TIME, 2 Apr. 2024 Paxton epitomized the victory in his team debut, working in and out of trouble to help the Dodgers (5-2) protect an early lead.—Austin Knoblauch, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2024 However, between primal screams and dance floor disassociation, flourishing streetwise narratives have come to epitomize the disenfranchised emotions of a generation.—Richard Villegas, Rolling Stone, 1 Apr. 2024 This work is epitomized in one of the brand’s latest releases: the Arceau Mon Premier Galop.—Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2024 No setting epitomizes this contrast quite like a golf club, a setting in several episodes of the current season.—Boris Kachka, Washington Post, 22 Mar. 2024 Gisele’s latest outfit in New York City epitomizes the rich mom look.—Alex Kessler, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2024
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