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as in integrated
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 expressed
to represent in visible form
George Washington embodied so many of the virtues that Americans hold dear
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as in corporeal
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Recent Examples of embodied
Ginny Whitelaw, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Intelligence alone can’t break free from infinite loops; but embodied consciousness, entangled with the arrow of time, can.
—Big Think, 28 Aug. 2025
On Wednesday, Shanghai released an action plan to develop its embodied AI industry, following a similar initiative by Shenzhen in March.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 11 Aug. 2025
Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2025
Parubiy embodied Ukraine’s turbulent modern history.
—Katya Soldak, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The Testament of Ann Lee, a staggering, surreal musical charting the rise of the 18th-century religious sect the Shakers and their titular leader, as embodied by a wild-haired, convulsing Amanda Seyfried.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 1 Sep. 2025
Each day in practice, Foster and his staff awarded it to the player who best embodied the grit, discipline, and selflessness the team demanded.
—Christina Daves, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
Even though Hayes embodied an entrepreneurial spirit from a young age, his first job after high school in Philadelphia was a classic nine-to-five.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2025
This object captures perfectly the many layers of meaning, language, and history embodied in cuneiform and clay.
—Literary Hub, 26 Aug. 2025
Another gang’s 27-day crime spree through the Midwest embodied the scheme that rocked the nation for years.
—Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 25 Aug. 2025
On August 21, Kylie embodied a Y2K It-Girl in low-rise True Religion jeans and spaghetti straps before switching to a more classic pair of mid-rise indigo jeans to celebrate the launch of Kylie Cosmetics at Ulta.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 24 Aug. 2025
Verb
Such embodied signals will, without effort, resonate in others.
—Ginny Whitelaw, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Intelligence alone can’t break free from infinite loops; but embodied consciousness, entangled with the arrow of time, can.
—Big Think, 28 Aug. 2025
On Wednesday, Shanghai released an action plan to develop its embodied AI industry, following a similar initiative by Shenzhen in March.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 11 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Gleason, famously fascinated with UFOs and metaphysical theory, dreamed up the circular home that embodied futuristic ambition while showcasing old-fashioned craftsmanship.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2025
Parubiy embodied Ukraine’s turbulent modern history.
—Katya Soldak, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The Testament of Ann Lee, a staggering, surreal musical charting the rise of the 18th-century religious sect the Shakers and their titular leader, as embodied by a wild-haired, convulsing Amanda Seyfried.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 1 Sep. 2025
Each day in practice, Foster and his staff awarded it to the player who best embodied the grit, discipline, and selflessness the team demanded.
—Christina Daves, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
Even though Hayes embodied an entrepreneurial spirit from a young age, his first job after high school in Philadelphia was a classic nine-to-five.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2025
This object captures perfectly the many layers of meaning, language, and history embodied in cuneiform and clay.
—Literary Hub, 26 Aug. 2025
Another gang’s 27-day crime spree through the Midwest embodied the scheme that rocked the nation for years.
—Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 25 Aug. 2025
On August 21, Kylie embodied a Y2K It-Girl in low-rise True Religion jeans and spaghetti straps before switching to a more classic pair of mid-rise indigo jeans to celebrate the launch of Kylie Cosmetics at Ulta.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 24 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embodied
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The new neurons integrated smoothly with existing nerve circuits.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Sep. 2025
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At the end of last year, the company had 18,600 employees, but that was before a significant number of pink slips were given this year and Skydance Media was integrated.—
Erik Hayden,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Sep. 2025
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The views expressed in this article are the writers' own.—
Erica Mosca,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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During an interview on NewsNation’s Elizabeth Vargas Reports, Lopez expressed his support for the idea.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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They are not meant to represent a particular person or gender, but a universal corporeal state.—
Grace Edquist,
Vogue,
27 Aug. 2025
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Elizabeth never enters the movie in any corporeal way, but the presence of her spirit looms large over the entire gloomy tale, co-written by Jory Anast.—
Tomris Laffly,
Variety,
14 Aug. 2025
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Most soil amendments take a while to become incorporated in gardens and lawns, and many take a year or more to start benefiting plants.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
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Co-star Sapna Pabbi’s London background was incorporated into her character, while Saba Azad was cast for her theatrical experience.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Their collaboration is notably exemplified by the acclaimed documentary, MY INDIANA MUSE, which has earned widespread praise for its compelling narrative and striking visuals.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
2 Sep. 2025
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The squad’s balance is in question — exemplified by the awkward troubles of Villa’s central defenders.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
25 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The iPhone 17 is set to be the fourth gen of Apple smartphones without a physical SIM card slot in the US.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
8 Sep. 2025
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Even today, thousands of its physical records are stored in former limestone mines in Missouri and Pennsylvania.—
Eli Hager,
ProPublica,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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For all the talk of conflicting values, the Tesla Diner has assimilated effortlessly into the local custom of charging fries separately from the burger.—
Joe Joyce,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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Whose country to fight for When the US entered the war, US military leaders wanted the Flying Tigers assimilated into the US Army Air Corps.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
1 Sep. 2025
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But for many who spoke up about their dislike for the change, the logo symbolized Cracker Barrel moving away from its core values and the meaning behind it.—
Sonia Thompson,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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For LaFave and his team, the event symbolized a shift from construction and planning to building lasting relationships.—
April Quevedo,
jsonline.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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“Embodied.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embodied. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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