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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
Some guests stunned in bespoke African gowns and bold prints, while others embodied classic sophistication with modern femininity.
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Essence, 20 Oct. 2025
Others with new music out include Anne Wilson with her new album Stars, Jillian Jacqueline with an ode to the myriad of roles some women embody, and Ira Dean in collaboration with Gary Allan.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 20 Oct. 2025
Panahi writes the roles first, then looks for the right person to embody them.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 18 Oct. 2025
O'Connor does a great job of embodying the character of Mooney, who is not the ambitious criminal the film's title suggests.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 17 Oct. 2025
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Essence, 20 Oct. 2025
Others with new music out include Anne Wilson with her new album Stars, Jillian Jacqueline with an ode to the myriad of roles some women embody, and Ira Dean in collaboration with Gary Allan.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 20 Oct. 2025
Panahi writes the roles first, then looks for the right person to embody them.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 18 Oct. 2025
O'Connor does a great job of embodying the character of Mooney, who is not the ambitious criminal the film's title suggests.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 17 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for embody
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Every detail in this cottage-style kitchen is enchanting, including the minor yet impactful choice to integrate the countertop with the apron-front sink.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Oct. 2025
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The ring is designed to integrate directly with the Reebok Fitness App, which offers more than 1,000 hours of fitness and wellness content.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
21 Oct. 2025
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The tourism minister also expressed confidence that the sector could contribute 10% of GDP by 2030, aiming to raise it to 20% eventually.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
28 Oct. 2025
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In the comment section, many people expressed different opinions regarding the seating plan.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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Chromophoric proof concept The team harnessed enzymes to generate acetyllysine inside cells, then incorporated it into proteins at specific sites.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Oct. 2025
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Schlegelmilch highlights the appeal of incorporating small chrome accents, like candlesticks, throughout the home.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Oct. 2025
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Queen Camilla’s monochrome attire and choice of mantilla fall under papal protocol, requiring women who meet with the pope to wear black and a veil, symbolizing respect and modesty.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
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The lace in her dress symbolized both wealth and purity, an appealing combination for brides who hoped for prosperous unions.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
23 Oct. 2025
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Another player, Shannon Fairweather, struggled to assimilate into her new tribe, Kele, which has a majority of original Hina members.—
Bebe Hodges,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
23 Oct. 2025
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But like many converted former Jews and assimilated Jews in Europe at the time, their real religion was German culture, especially German music.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Oct. 2025
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But the contrasting moods exemplified the painter’s status as one of Indian art’s most celebrated but controversial names.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
24 Oct. 2025
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Engineers are turning to nature for inspiration, and aquaporins exemplify why.—
Tejasri Gururaj,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Oct. 2025
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Expedia’s data also suggests travelers in 2026 are going for variety, manifesting in ways like mix-and-match itineraries, off-peak trips, and unique destinations.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
26 Oct. 2025
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Beyond physical walls, confinement also manifests psychologically, ideologically, and spiritually—subtle forms that shape imagination, desire, and the very idea of freedom.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
25 Oct. 2025
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Each syllable an aeon, each body its true size.—
Jana Prikryl,
Harpers Magazine,
19 Sep. 2025
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His or her voice is the means by which the author’s work is bodied forth, and is the main channel along which thought and feeling are to flow.—
Adam Verner
September 3,
Literary Hub,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Embody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embody. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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