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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
Their approach combines unexpected notes with expert craftsmanship, and their newest launch, QUEENS CARAMEL perfectly embodies this philosophy.
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 12 Sep. 2025
Truly, Cola is a strong little girl who embodies resilience and adaptability.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
His upcoming project, The 39 Steps, embodies that balance.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Her brand’s Lassi Lip Oil—a viral favorite on TikTok—embodies the trend.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 10 Sep. 2025
However, becoming a person who embodies justice is necessary for everyone, not simply those in the legal profession.
—Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Its Shanghai Centre flagship embodies the brand’s worldview, expressed through concrete, glass and light.
—Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
For me and many other diasporicans, being Puerto Rican embodies mixed feelings, or ambivalence, about identity and history.
—Héctor M. Varela Rios, The Conversation, 8 Sep. 2025
No place better embodies that ethos than Southern California.
—John Lopez, HollywoodReporter, 6 Sep. 2025
Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 12 Sep. 2025
Truly, Cola is a strong little girl who embodies resilience and adaptability.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
His upcoming project, The 39 Steps, embodies that balance.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Her brand’s Lassi Lip Oil—a viral favorite on TikTok—embodies the trend.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 10 Sep. 2025
However, becoming a person who embodies justice is necessary for everyone, not simply those in the legal profession.
—Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Its Shanghai Centre flagship embodies the brand’s worldview, expressed through concrete, glass and light.
—Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
For me and many other diasporicans, being Puerto Rican embodies mixed feelings, or ambivalence, about identity and history.
—Héctor M. Varela Rios, The Conversation, 8 Sep. 2025
No place better embodies that ethos than Southern California.
—John Lopez, HollywoodReporter, 6 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embodies
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From the earliest stages of design, the firm integrates climate-conscious practices with elevated aesthetics.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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The initiative integrates lessons from over 260,000 hours of soldier feedback during the IVAS program.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Sep. 2025
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But within the romantic tropes, Sheeran expresses feelings beyond falling in love with someone’s eyes and smile, instead embracing flaws (clothes strewn about the house) and habits (checking the door locks before bedtime).—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Bach Mai, who hails from Texas, expresses that RAISEfashion has been highly supportive of his namesake brand.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
10 Sep. 2025
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Unfortunately, the enzyme that incorporates carbon dioxide into photosynthesis, called RUBISCO, is remarkably inefficient.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
12 Sep. 2025
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The building also incorporates cutting-edge sustainable technologies, including high-performance glazing to reduce heat absorption, energy-efficient systems throughout, rainwater harvesting, and greywater recycling systems.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Sep. 2025
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Loo’s education exemplifies a dedication to success, a desire to learn, and a consistent pursuit of excellence–qualities that have served her well throughout her career.—
Jack McCullough,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Lukes, a professor emeritus at New York University, said Trump exemplifies all three dimensions of power.—
Jonathan J. Cooper,
Twin Cities,
6 Sep. 2025
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Its alignment with figures like North Korea’s Kim Jong Un symbolizes the isolation and reputational decay of a regime that relies on coercion rather than consent.—
Ken Silverstein,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The space symbolizes modern society itself.—
William Earl,
Variety,
8 Sep. 2025
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The real transfer trend can be seen by Isak’s replacement at Newcastle, Nick Woltemade, whose move from Stuttgart epitomizes the transfer fee inflation that has defined the summer 2025 transfer window.—
Steve Price,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Stock says her father’s gesture epitomizes their relationship.—
Francesca Street,
CNN Money,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Embodies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embodies. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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