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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
Lacy embodies this naturally, which often means treating fame more like an annoying sibling following him around than a fact of life.
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Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 14 Aug. 2025
The former governor embodied a Democratic establishment voters were increasingly leaving behind.
—Mark Chiusano, Time, 14 Aug. 2025
The 40-room Hotel Hércules embodies the city’s new direction, embracing both tradition and progress in a sprawling pink-concrete former textile factory that dates back to 1846.
—Naomi Tomky, Travel + Leisure, 12 Aug. 2025
The independent sector is where culture meets commercial success, and our 2025 nominees perfectly embody that intersection.
—Thomas Smith, Billboard, 5 Aug. 2025
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Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 14 Aug. 2025
The former governor embodied a Democratic establishment voters were increasingly leaving behind.
—Mark Chiusano, Time, 14 Aug. 2025
The 40-room Hotel Hércules embodies the city’s new direction, embracing both tradition and progress in a sprawling pink-concrete former textile factory that dates back to 1846.
—Naomi Tomky, Travel + Leisure, 12 Aug. 2025
The independent sector is where culture meets commercial success, and our 2025 nominees perfectly embody that intersection.
—Thomas Smith, Billboard, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for embody
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On some models, these may be raised handles or integrated into the frame of the tray.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
15 Aug. 2025
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There's no belt drive; the 400 V hybrid system powers the air conditioning electrically now via its 1.9 kWh lithium-ion battery, and the water pump is integrated into the engine block.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
15 Aug. 2025
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Federal legislation banning the app, if its U.S. assets are not sold by ByteDance, came after some government officials expressed concern that TikTok poses a national security threat, believing ByteDance, which is based in Beijing, is sharing U.S. user data with China.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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Outside the classroom, a teacher is a private citizen and can generally express their First Amendment rights without interference.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
21 Aug. 2025
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Some effective tactics included incorporating zero-calorie sauces into meals and eating high-protein lunches, including chicken breast and ground beef.—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Aug. 2025
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This fall, Social Studies travels to Berlin and then Fotografiska Stockholm, where an immersive museum exhibition will incorporate large-scale photographs, multimedia work and experiential installations.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Aug. 2025
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For every placement made, Next Level plants five trees, symbolizing both a family’s new home and a commitment to future generations.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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The seal, adopted in 1968, depicts a Confederate flag draped over a cannon in the upper left quadrant, symbolizing the county’s history.—
Vivian Jones,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025
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Raised in the Soviet Union, most Leningrad Jews were highly assimilated and largely ignorant of Jewish language or culture.—
Foreign Affairs,
Foreign Affairs,
19 Aug. 2025
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This model provides an opportunity for collaboration and for assimilating and sharpening all the skills covered in the course.—
Filomena Nunes,
The Conversation,
12 Aug. 2025
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Renew Health and Wellness exemplifies this trajectory.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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The Hall of Fame honors advisors who exemplify long-term success and commitment to their clients.—
Patti Brennan,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Emam said the package dimensions are properly measured, loaded on specific wooden pallets, digitally coded and manifested in coordination with Israel before the items are sent to the border for IDF inspections.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
21 Aug. 2025
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And this figure represents just one example of the variety of ways in which inequality manifests in the United States.—
Alex J. Rouhandeh,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Aug. 2025
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The carbon-fiber bodied LFA up for auction, chassis no. 205, is finished in white, a color that shows off the grace of Kengo Matsumoto’s design.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
6 Aug. 2025
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Biegel then punched the man five times in the back of his head before using his fists and knees to strike him in the head and body an additional 22 times, according to a plea agreement.—
Natalie Demaree,
Miami Herald,
25 July 2025
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“Embody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embody. Accessed 28 Aug. 2025.
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