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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
Capricorns are the sign that looks for a strong foundation to build upon, which is why Alex embodies the traits of the sea-goat.
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Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 4 Apr. 2026
Mullins hit, and the captain who so embodies the unselfish, team-first attitude of UConn basketball, is back to try for a third championship ring.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 3 Apr. 2026
Allie embodies the discipline, humanity, and resilience this company needs.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
Illinois embodies that mindset this year.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
The result is an accessory that embodies a minimalist attitude without feeling predictable.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026
With its staggering natural beauty, storybook history, and elegant villas, Lake Como is a place that fully embodies la dolce vita.
—Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 30 Mar. 2026
In both films, the effect is of a diminution, a depersonalization—not to say, a desecration of the experience of horror that the documentary element embodies.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2026
One of Singapore’s most attractive qualities is its cosmopolitanism, its openness to the world; Raffles embodies that spirit.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Mar. 2026
Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 4 Apr. 2026
Mullins hit, and the captain who so embodies the unselfish, team-first attitude of UConn basketball, is back to try for a third championship ring.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 3 Apr. 2026
Allie embodies the discipline, humanity, and resilience this company needs.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
Illinois embodies that mindset this year.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
The result is an accessory that embodies a minimalist attitude without feeling predictable.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026
With its staggering natural beauty, storybook history, and elegant villas, Lake Como is a place that fully embodies la dolce vita.
—Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 30 Mar. 2026
In both films, the effect is of a diminution, a depersonalization—not to say, a desecration of the experience of horror that the documentary element embodies.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2026
One of Singapore’s most attractive qualities is its cosmopolitanism, its openness to the world; Raffles embodies that spirit.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embodies
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The school integrates four years of rigorous academics with four years of professional work experience through its corporate work study program.—
Christina Mayo,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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According to technical details shared during the launch, the production line integrates 24 precision assembly stages and 77 inspection checkpoints.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
31 Mar. 2026
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Whale lusts after a hunky gardener (Brendan Fraser) and persuades him to pose for a few sketches; Julian, though bisexual, expresses no such interest in Lori, and any art-making turns out to be a gratifyingly mutual endeavor.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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Andrew Harnik / Getty Images The president is fond of Bondi, and expresses personal affection for her in private conversations, multiple sources said earlier this week.—
Sarah N. Lynch,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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The building design incorporates elements from surrounding structures for water conservation.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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If on a Winter’s Night a Traveler, which famously incorporates a variety of incompatible genres.—
Daniel Birnbaum,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
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OpenClaw’s nascent success exemplifies how China’s official embrace of advanced technology can translate into grassroots enthusiasm as Beijing pursues domestic growth and an ambitious global agenda.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
29 Mar. 2026
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The family portrait exemplifies that feeling of being trapped.—
William Earl,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2026
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The poem, Ve Bui says, embodies and personifies what his wife did daily.—
Darcel Rockett,
Chicago Tribune,
5 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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In fact, according to the real meaning behind Easter colors, the color white symbolizes purity, grace, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is the culmination of the Easter season.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
1 Apr. 2026
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Reflecting that shift, Equal Pay Day — which symbolizes how many more days into the year women have to work for their earnings to catch up with men — was Thursday, falling a day later than in 2025.—
Alexandra Olson,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
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Being from the Cape Fear coast of North Carolina, nothing epitomizes comfort food to me more than fried fish.—
Andre James,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Mar. 2026
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The Goldilocks-spec GTS epitomizes what makes the crossover great better than any other member of the line.—
Will Sabel Courtney,
Robb Report,
19 Mar. 2026
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