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as in includes
to have as part of a whole
the contract contains several new clauses
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as in comprises
to be made up of
the recipe contains several parts
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as in composes
to gain emotional or mental control of
could hardly contain herself when she heard that she had won the scholarship
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as in regulates
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
frantic efforts to contain the spread of the disease
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Recent Examples of contains
Lawlor’s book contains chapters devoted to politics, but her inclination to reach for examples of the reasonable and unreasonable that any reader will intuitively share serves her less well here.
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Nikhil Krishnan, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
Every yard contains underground pipes that bring in services such as natural gas and water and carry away sewage.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
The moon contains more than 9 billion acres.
—Antony Davies, Boston Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
Assembly Bill 2356, carried by Assemblymember James Ramos, a San Bernardino Democrat, would give Tolowa Dunes State Park, which contains 4,301 acres of coastal land in Del Norte County, to the Tolowa Dee-ni Nation, a local tribe.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 18 Apr. 2026
Because 1 tablespoon contains about 90 calories, over-consuming tahini can contribute to excess calorie intake and unwanted weight gain.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2026
Water coming from the pipe also contains elevated levels of manganese that are more than 100 times the amount recommended for tap water, according to the CGRS report.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026
This assortment includes the cult-classic 101 Ointment, which contains the brand's only ultra-medical grade lanolin.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
This story contains major spoilers.
—Tara Haelle, NPR, 12 Apr. 2026
Nikhil Krishnan, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
Every yard contains underground pipes that bring in services such as natural gas and water and carry away sewage.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
The moon contains more than 9 billion acres.
—Antony Davies, Boston Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
Assembly Bill 2356, carried by Assemblymember James Ramos, a San Bernardino Democrat, would give Tolowa Dunes State Park, which contains 4,301 acres of coastal land in Del Norte County, to the Tolowa Dee-ni Nation, a local tribe.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 18 Apr. 2026
Because 1 tablespoon contains about 90 calories, over-consuming tahini can contribute to excess calorie intake and unwanted weight gain.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2026
Water coming from the pipe also contains elevated levels of manganese that are more than 100 times the amount recommended for tap water, according to the CGRS report.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026
This assortment includes the cult-classic 101 Ointment, which contains the brand's only ultra-medical grade lanolin.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
This story contains major spoilers.
—Tara Haelle, NPR, 12 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contains
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But the most rewarding aspect of Apex, which was directed by Baltasar Kormákur and written by Jeremy Robbins, is the degree to which Ben’s thesis holds true for Sasha as well.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
24 Apr. 2026
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Rudin holds degrees in English and American literature from Princeton University and Columbia University.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
24 Apr. 2026
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The ensemble also includes Lydia Peckham as Rosemary Kennedy and Saura Lightfoot-Leon as Kick Kennedy, along with recurring stars like Ben Miles, Cole Doman and Imogen Poots.—
Deirdre Durkan,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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So far, about 50 people have applied to have their families’ mysteries solved, and 12 cases are actively being researched by the team, which includes volunteers, said a representative for the Center for Jewish History, where the genealogy institute is housed.—
Jackie Hajdenberg,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Apr. 2026
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Cast comprises Kevin Dillon (Entourage), Cam Gigandet (Twilight), Danielle Vasinova (The Madison), Kelly Lynn Reiter (Deadlock), Brian Austin Green (Beverly Hills 90210) and Nick Swardson (Just Go with It).—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
20 Apr. 2026
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One bedroom, with direct access to the yard, and one bathroom, also with a door to the outside, complete the main floor, while the upper level comprises a lofted gallery overlooking the living and dining room below.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
17 Apr. 2026
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The group composes its own sacred music, lilting songs that prompt women in green-and-white wraparounds to vigorously shake their bodies.—
Rodney Muhumuza,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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The art was created by Lily Whear and Lizzie Younan composes our music.—
Carol Sutton Lewis,
Scientific American,
3 Apr. 2026
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Records show the agency that primarily regulates hydropower dams, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, sent warning letters for years to a shifting cast of owners while granting multiple extensions.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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The bill, led by Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias, regulates the fastest and most high-powered e-bikes, and defines and regulates other micromobility devices, such as scooters, skateboards and unicycles.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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The water is frigid during the spring, but visitors can still relax on the shoreline and play in the sand at Napatree Point, Watch Hill Beach and East Beach, which boasts views of the easternmost end of New York’s Long Island.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
23 Apr. 2026
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Evening Muse Floor Lamp The Evening Muse Floor Lamp boasts a sturdy gold base and a delicately ruffled lampshade.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Apr. 2026
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The classification encompasses amputees with prosthetics and people with lower limb impairments without a prosthetic.—
Lori Riley,
Hartford Courant,
20 Apr. 2026
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The relational sector, in his framework, encompasses nurses, doctors, teachers, therapists, childcare workers, personal chefs, and hospitality workers.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
19 Apr. 2026
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However, when the island air calms down in the evening, their delightful fragrance is very evident.—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
17 Apr. 2026
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Moisturizer calms and plumps your skin, which makes your tone look more uniform — even without makeup.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Contains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contains. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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