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as in integrates
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 expresses
to represent in visible form
George Washington embodied so many of the virtues that Americans hold dear
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Recent Examples of embodies
The crunchy Larkin Poe album embodies the musical slipperiness of Americana as an ideal, a carefree cruise through country, blues, rock, and soul; the Molly Tuttle album brims with the rustic zest of early Sheryl Crow.
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Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 30 Jan. 2026
Hardy embodies Jones McArthur, who raises an heir more invested in money than dirt.
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 30 Jan. 2026
The second embodies the House’s signature palette of black, ivory and gold, accented by a Monogold coffee table by French artist Yves Klein.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026
Though the record isn’t solely focused on his car devotion, in nearly every track, there’s either a reference to driving or the beat simply embodies the energy of speedily switching lanes.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
One of their teachers, humanities instructor Stephanie McGraw, said the spirit of the school embodies the American ideal of many cultures coming together and creating peace through common ideas.
—Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 30 Jan. 2026
Just like the zodiac, every Bridgerton character embodies a distinct persona, from bold passion and quiet devotion to intellectual chemistry and soul-level loyalty.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
In an interview edited for length and clarity, Was talked about his musical roots in Detroit, how the ensemble embodies the city’s disparate musical roots, why the group decided to play a 50-year-old Grateful Dead album in full at their shows, and more.
—Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 28 Jan. 2026
This story embodies their transcendence and helps to keep the flame burning.
—Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 30 Jan. 2026
Hardy embodies Jones McArthur, who raises an heir more invested in money than dirt.
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 30 Jan. 2026
The second embodies the House’s signature palette of black, ivory and gold, accented by a Monogold coffee table by French artist Yves Klein.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026
Though the record isn’t solely focused on his car devotion, in nearly every track, there’s either a reference to driving or the beat simply embodies the energy of speedily switching lanes.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
One of their teachers, humanities instructor Stephanie McGraw, said the spirit of the school embodies the American ideal of many cultures coming together and creating peace through common ideas.
—Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 30 Jan. 2026
Just like the zodiac, every Bridgerton character embodies a distinct persona, from bold passion and quiet devotion to intellectual chemistry and soul-level loyalty.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
In an interview edited for length and clarity, Was talked about his musical roots in Detroit, how the ensemble embodies the city’s disparate musical roots, why the group decided to play a 50-year-old Grateful Dead album in full at their shows, and more.
—Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 28 Jan. 2026
This story embodies their transcendence and helps to keep the flame burning.
—Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embodies
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Instead of relying on external line drivers, the device integrates differential drivers and receivers directly on the chip.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Feb. 2026
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The human body relies on a sensory network in which the nervous system receives and integrates signals from organs, such as the ears, eyes and tongue, as well as sensors throughout the body detecting things like pressure, temperature and balance.—
Miriam Fauzia,
Dallas Morning News,
30 Jan. 2026
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Leferi Chairman Choi In-seok expresses his condolences in his own statement following the late influencer's death.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
4 Feb. 2026
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No other word expresses so much hatred and bigotry.—
Jordy Fee-Platt,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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This variation incorporates alternating side leg lifts for bonus glute activation.—
Jenny McCoy,
Outside,
30 Jan. 2026
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Giaccio also incorporates stretching and foam rolling into her recovery process.—
Michelle Bruton,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Though Vonn’s recent injury may affect her competition and performance, her improbable comeback —after five years of retirement and a partial knee replacement — exemplifies what veteran Olympic athletes can teach us.—
Alexa Mikhail,
Flow Space,
4 Feb. 2026
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No one better exemplifies the clicktatorship than the president himself.—
Donald Moynihan,
The Atlantic,
3 Feb. 2026
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That to me personifies this team right now – a bunch of guys who are selfless.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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Perhaps no dish better personifies Old Florida like the salty, cheesy Cuban sandwich.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
18 Dec. 2025
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This event not only symbolizes the victory over death but also reaffirms the promise of eternal life.—
Nadia Cantú,
AZCentral.com,
3 Feb. 2026
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This ring symbolizes that thread, but now that thread is no longer invisible.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
26 Jan. 2026
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Present on each album since 2005’s Feels, he has often been credited with samplers and electronics and has always avoided the spotlight; his habit of wearing a headlamp during concerts perfectly epitomizes his studious, workmanlike role in the band.—
Zach Schonfeld,
Pitchfork,
30 Jan. 2026
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Classic chicken 'n dumplings epitomizes quintessential Southern cuisine, combining all the good stuff in one singular bowl.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Embodies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embodies. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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