1
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
Hooded eyes, a linear slash for a mouth, a square jaw, a tousle of hair — the startling frugality of lines that bring the dying sitter to full life embodies the knowing depth of the couple’s relationship.
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Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2025
Her complex character navigates power struggles and personal evolution, embodying the Water sign’s passion and shadowy nature.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025
No visit to Seoul is complete without diving into its culinary culture, and nothing embodies Korean cuisine more than kimchi.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
So how can an airport embody a concept like mindfulness?
—Lilit Marcus, CNN, 14 Mar. 2025
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Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2025
Her complex character navigates power struggles and personal evolution, embodying the Water sign’s passion and shadowy nature.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025
No visit to Seoul is complete without diving into its culinary culture, and nothing embodies Korean cuisine more than kimchi.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
So how can an airport embody a concept like mindfulness?
—Lilit Marcus, CNN, 14 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for embody
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This means instilling a culture of accountability, ensuring employees are educated on security best practices, and integrating cybersecurity training into daily operations.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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These are something of an oddity in the Intel line-up, being the only processors to have memory integrated into the processor package, and the only ones to contain the Intel Arc 130V and 140V graphics chips.—
Barry Collins,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Yi Ming’s personal resilience and love of light is expressed in the work.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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The chief Pentagon spokesman, Sean Parnell, and the defense secretary's wife, Jennifer Hegseth, also a former Fox producer, expressed their approval for the upgrade before it was undertaken, one of the sources said.—
Eleanor Watson,
CBS News,
23 Apr. 2025
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One of the biggest physical changes for me came from incorporating lymphatic drainage, either by self-massaging or with a therapist.—
Eman Bare,
Essence,
21 Apr. 2025
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Overlooking Mexico City From chic and space-saving settees to elevated light fixtures, there are so many ways to incorporate wicker into your interior and exterior design year-round.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
21 Apr. 2025
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That exemplified her approach, even if her first cookbook sometimes deviated from that mission.—
Danielle Dorsey,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Apr. 2025
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Holmes's journey from large-scale distilling at Jim Beam to leading a craft distillery in Texas exemplifies her dedication to the craft and her ability to adapt and innovate within the industry.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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And many people were pressured or forced to assimilate by abandoning their language and culture.—
Kristen Taketa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Apr. 2025
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That fear forces them to assimilate, which can lead to them betraying their core ideals.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
17 Apr. 2025
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One of the earliest origins comes from Pagan tradition, symbolizing fertility and renewal.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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The holiest day of the Christian calendar commemorates what Christians believe is the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, symbolized by the empty tomb.—
John Blake,
CNN Money,
20 Apr. 2025
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The blood feud that began with Chris Eubank Sr. and Nigel Benn decades ago has manifested in their sons, who’ve lived their careers in the shadows of their fathers' rivalry.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Autism manifests itself differently in every person.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
25 Apr. 2025
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His relentless hustle—Hart led the NBA in loose balls recovered in 2025—epitomizes leadership through sheer effort.—
Cynthia Pong, JD,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Vo never could have predicted that her family’s story would come to epitomize one of the largest diasporas of the 20th century. Orange County, with its 215,000 Vietnamese American residents, is the largest hub of Vietnamese people anywhere in the world outside of Vietnam.—
Jonathan Horwitz,
Oc Register,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Embody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embody. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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