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also imbed
as in to root
to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter
the nails were solidly embedded in those old plaster walls
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Recent Examples of embed
When a pet bites into the plant, those crystals embed in mouth tissue, which explains why oral irritation and swallowing difficulty are the primary symptoms.
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Mar. 2026
The lights embedded in the pavement are designed to automatically turn red when a runway is occupied to signal to vehicle operators and pilots not enter that runway.
—Arkansas Online, 24 Mar. 2026
In his view, wine never became fully embedded in American life.
—Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
The study of Chávez has been deeply embedded in California curriculum and teacher lesson plans.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Mar. 2026
The lights embedded in the pavement are designed to automatically turn red when a runway is occupied to signal to vehicle operators and pilots not enter that runway.
—Arkansas Online, 24 Mar. 2026
In his view, wine never became fully embedded in American life.
—Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
The study of Chávez has been deeply embedded in California curriculum and teacher lesson plans.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for embed
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The result was not so amazing for Boston head coach Mazzulla, a soccer aficionado who was rooting hard for Brazil.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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So this city, the community, my family is rooted here.—
Charlie Lapastora,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Reagan, who was born in western Illinois, underwent two hours of surgery at George Washington University Hospital for removal of the bullet, which was lodged in his lung.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Two residents called the council to lodge objections this year, both citing the impact fireworks have on wildlife and the environment.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
30 Mar. 2026
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That $4 million APY puts him outside the Top 30 among all offensive tackles in the league.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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The second half belonged to the Hornets as Grant Williams' 3 put Charlotte up 94-76 entering the fourth quarter.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Embed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embed. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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