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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
Hathaway best embodies this balance in a midpoint monologue when the deep-space mission seems doomed.
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Chris Feil, Vulture, 1 May 2026
Offered in multiple colors and textures, the Kirat silhouette embodies minimalistic glamour with its simple straps crisscrossing in an X-shape across the toes and a sharp stiletto heel.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
Mohammadi’s place within that landscape is distinct due to her unique kind of legitimacy at a time when many Iranians are searching not only for opposition to the regime, but for a figure who embodies endurance under it.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Tauruses believe in their best friends because of their loyalty and sincerity — qualities that Lillian embodies throughout the film.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
There’s a gentleness, patience, care, and concentration in meaningful work, an attentiveness close to love, that embodies the best in culture.
—Literary Hub, 24 Apr. 2026
Is there a musician who embodies that to you?
—Jamie Lincoln Kitman, Rolling Stone, 24 Apr. 2026
The Colony Hotel Palm Beach Perhaps no hotel embodies its locale more than this Palm Beach gem.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
The rooms No two of the 93 rooms are alike—each one embodies a kind of nomadic eclecticism envisioned by Franco-Mexican artist-architect Hugo Toro, who personally designed every piece of furniture.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Chris Feil, Vulture, 1 May 2026
Offered in multiple colors and textures, the Kirat silhouette embodies minimalistic glamour with its simple straps crisscrossing in an X-shape across the toes and a sharp stiletto heel.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
Mohammadi’s place within that landscape is distinct due to her unique kind of legitimacy at a time when many Iranians are searching not only for opposition to the regime, but for a figure who embodies endurance under it.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Tauruses believe in their best friends because of their loyalty and sincerity — qualities that Lillian embodies throughout the film.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
There’s a gentleness, patience, care, and concentration in meaningful work, an attentiveness close to love, that embodies the best in culture.
—Literary Hub, 24 Apr. 2026
Is there a musician who embodies that to you?
—Jamie Lincoln Kitman, Rolling Stone, 24 Apr. 2026
The Colony Hotel Palm Beach Perhaps no hotel embodies its locale more than this Palm Beach gem.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
The rooms No two of the 93 rooms are alike—each one embodies a kind of nomadic eclecticism envisioned by Franco-Mexican artist-architect Hugo Toro, who personally designed every piece of furniture.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embodies
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The architecture integrates with Veza—whose patented access graph maps over 30 billion permissions across human, machine, and AI identities—and Armis, which extends visibility to OT, IoT, medical devices, and critical infrastructure.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
6 May 2026
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Its latest model, SenseNova U1, integrates language and vision processing into a single system, improving speed and efficiency by removing the need to translate different modes.—
Elaine Yu,
CNBC,
6 May 2026
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What the behavior expresses, Berg added, is a deeper desire to be seen.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Under the bill, minors could not create accounts without parental consent, and parents would gain sweeping control — including the ability to review chatbot conversations, limit usage times, and receive alerts if a child expresses intent to harm themselves or others.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
27 Apr. 2026
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Co-written with veteran author Lin Oliver, the book incorporates the tools of MindUP, Hawn's mental health program, which teaches students about their brains and how to regulate emotions.—
Eric Andersson,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
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The film also incorporates Elsa Peretti Bone Cuff designs in platinum with pavé diamonds on Emily Blunt as well as T by Tiffany sunglasses on Meryl Streep, weaving the brand into multiple wardrobe moments.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
1 May 2026
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The award is given to the player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to hockey by the Professional Hockey Writers Association.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
4 May 2026
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Each year, teachers and counselors from the high schools are invited to select one student who exemplifies such accomplishments.—
Sharon Hlapcich,
Oc Register,
30 Apr. 2026
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As Alamo’s right-hand man, Darrell Britt-Gibson portrays Bishop with a lurking, enigmatic energy that personifies danger and can put the fear of God into anyone who dares challenge his boss.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
29 Apr. 2026
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And no one personifies that more than Hutson.—
Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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But, in the meantime, Metanchuk was enthusiastic about what the conservation effort symbolizes.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
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The photograph, Oh says, symbolizes Ono’s legacy.—
Lizzie Hyman,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
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This show epitomizes an international production.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2026
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Recently reissued by original label Rough Trade Records, Songs to Remember epitomizes the group’s attempt to reconcile an art-school background, 1977-era punk ethics, and an obsession with chart pop into a musical statement as stately and cohesive as a book of sonnets.—
Alfred Soto,
Pitchfork,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Embodies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embodies. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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