Thesaurus results for EMBODY

embody

verb

im-ˈbä-dē

Definition of embody

as in to integrate

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 to express

to represent in visible form George Washington embodied so many of the virtues that Americans hold dear

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Recent Examples of embody This deep integration of business and philanthropy showcases a powerful commitment to community upliftment, serving diverse patrons and embodying a timeless creed of giving back. — Afdhel Aziz, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 No one has embodied that explosion in wealth more than Elon Musk. — Preston Fore, Fortune, 17 July 2026 While the proud parents didn’t pick her name because of her size, the loving mom says their baby girl embodies the true meaning of her name. — Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026 Larnach also embodies the team’s all-for-one mentality, accepting his role in a platoon and trying to build his routine around that role. — Dan Hayes, New York Times, 16 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for embody

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The researchers are working on several aspects of the diving suit technology, including improving durability, adapting the suit for other cockroach and insect species, and integrating additional sensors to enhance functionality.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 18 July 2026
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has announced mandatory annual testosterone screenings for active duty male military personnel over 30, integrated into their routine physicals.

— Nina Shapiro, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026

Definition of integrate

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Dee is one of hundreds of United fans who have had similar emails from United, and many are expressing unhappiness about them.

— Andy Mitten, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Prosecutors say Rivas expressed jealousy over Burke’s relationships with other women, and the two argued about it over text on April 22, 2025.

— Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 21 July 2026

Definition of express

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The most successful arrangements typically share a common thread, whether that’s a similar material, finish, color palette, or overall mood, while still incorporating enough variation to keep the grouping feeling relaxed and layered.

— Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2026
Pediatricians should be equipped to incorporate genetic testing into the diagnostic evaluation of these children.

— Eliza Goldwasser, New York Daily News, 20 July 2026

Definition of incorporate

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The bridge — which connects Detroit and Windsor, Ontario — was named after legendary Canadian hockey player Gordie Howe who played for the Detroit Red Wings, symbolizing the longstanding relationship between the two countries.

— Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 22 July 2026
Clouds, which for the artist Biggers symbolize potential and mutability, formed the theme of the evening, hanging over dinner on the museum’s terrace in synthetic cotton and wire constructions from an event designer.

— Vanessa Grigoriadis, Vanity Fair, 21 July 2026

Definition of symbolize

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The trio has assimilated perfectly, down to their graying wigs.

— Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield, CBS News, 13 July 2026
Many of these children not only survived, but learned the skills and lifeways of their captors, often becoming fully assimilated into the cultures that had once seemed utterly foreign.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 8 July 2026

Definition of assimilate

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Presented annually by Southern Company, the Payne Stewart Award honors a player whose impact on and off the course exemplifies Stewart’s enduring values of character, sportsmanship, and generosity.

— Mike Dojc, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Eneluna’s squadron commander added that the young service member exemplified the qualities of an outstanding Airman.

— Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of exemplify

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Chapman's charges raised concerns to Krissie Fung, a member of the city's police oversight body the Fire and Police Commission.

— David Clarey, jsonline.com, 8 July 2026
Body measurements for height, waist, hips and Relative Fat Mass, an index that estimates body fat percentage from height, waist circumference and gender, have remained stable.

— Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 24 June 2026

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