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also imbedding
as in rooting
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 embedding
Enter Louis Theroux, a British documentarian known for embedding himself in volatile subcultures and extracting sincere insights.
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Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 19 Mar. 2026
Maria Srivastava, co-founder and Chief Impact Officer of Pangaia, approached the problem differently by embedding impact measurement and material science into product development from the outset.
—Akhil Sivanandan, Sourcing Journal, 18 Mar. 2026
The result is a rapidly emerging Chinese model of AI—less centered on chatbots and more on embedding intelligence directly into the machinery of the real economy.
—François Candelon, Fortune, 13 Mar. 2026
A lot of that involves NASA embedding with the companies to ensure safety and operational requirements are met during development.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Mar. 2026
Yan’s research trajectory has centered on this idea of embedding intelligence directly into materials.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Mar. 2026
TowneBank TowneBank is known for embedding community values into its corporate culture, emphasizing integrity, engagement and long-term development for employees.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 25 Feb. 2026
The campaign generated significant impact by embedding fake accounts into real user conversations, resulting in 59,001 engagements and substantially increasing the visibility and reach of the amplified content.
—Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 23 Feb. 2026
Makeup head Frances Hannon (nominated for a Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild award) and Grande collaborated on Glinda’s look, embedding subtle changes to reflect the passage of time, such as making her hair longer and blonder.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 20 Feb. 2026
Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 19 Mar. 2026
Maria Srivastava, co-founder and Chief Impact Officer of Pangaia, approached the problem differently by embedding impact measurement and material science into product development from the outset.
—Akhil Sivanandan, Sourcing Journal, 18 Mar. 2026
The result is a rapidly emerging Chinese model of AI—less centered on chatbots and more on embedding intelligence directly into the machinery of the real economy.
—François Candelon, Fortune, 13 Mar. 2026
A lot of that involves NASA embedding with the companies to ensure safety and operational requirements are met during development.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Mar. 2026
Yan’s research trajectory has centered on this idea of embedding intelligence directly into materials.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Mar. 2026
TowneBank TowneBank is known for embedding community values into its corporate culture, emphasizing integrity, engagement and long-term development for employees.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 25 Feb. 2026
The campaign generated significant impact by embedding fake accounts into real user conversations, resulting in 59,001 engagements and substantially increasing the visibility and reach of the amplified content.
—Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 23 Feb. 2026
Makeup head Frances Hannon (nominated for a Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild award) and Grande collaborated on Glinda’s look, embedding subtle changes to reflect the passage of time, such as making her hair longer and blonder.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 20 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embedding
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Cut or twist off a length of stem containing three to five segments, dip the cut end into rooting hormone, and place in a container filled with potting mix in bright, indirect light.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
15 Mar. 2026
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Dip the cutting in a rooting hormone.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
10 Mar. 2026
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There’s excellent boutique shopping, a diverse range of cuisines to sample, and lodging options suitable for any size or type of travel group.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
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There is also plenty of lodging in the neighboring tourist town of Hot Springs.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Embedding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embedding. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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