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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
Loch Lloyd perfectly embodies this trend, offering the best of both worlds — just 25 minutes from downtown Kansas City, yet a world away in feel, providing a sense of security and connection.
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Loch Lloyd Residential Real Estate, Kansas City Star, 15 June 2025
Brian and Sly embodied that paradox -- not as cautionary tales, but as visionaries whose very breakdowns were as telling as their breakthroughs.
—Philip Martin, Arkansas Online, 15 June 2025
Related Articles Pieces embody Garland’s sense of lightheartedness, down to their name.
—Violet Goldstone, Footwear News, 13 June 2025
Leo: Shane Grey, Camp Rock A famous pop star, Shane embodies Leo energy with his confidence, talent and charisma.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 13 June 2025
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Loch Lloyd Residential Real Estate, Kansas City Star, 15 June 2025
Brian and Sly embodied that paradox -- not as cautionary tales, but as visionaries whose very breakdowns were as telling as their breakthroughs.
—Philip Martin, Arkansas Online, 15 June 2025
Related Articles Pieces embody Garland’s sense of lightheartedness, down to their name.
—Violet Goldstone, Footwear News, 13 June 2025
Leo: Shane Grey, Camp Rock A famous pop star, Shane embodies Leo energy with his confidence, talent and charisma.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for embody
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The Leaf adopts Nissan's new 3-in-1 EV powertrain, which integrates the motor, inverter, and reducer.—
Chad Kirchner,
ArsTechnica,
17 June 2025
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Its spot in the city’s fashion week calendar was replaced by Issey Miyake’s four-year-old IM Men line, which was created in 2021 with the aim of developing clothing that integrates design and engineering.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
17 June 2025
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On a broader scale, legislators have expressed frustration for years about high prices — whether for a new college graduate seeking an affordable apartment or for a young family trying to afford a pricier suburb with good schools like West Hartford or Glastonbury.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
22 June 2025
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Ambassadors from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait on Saturday met with Rafael Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), to express concerns about the consequences of a U.S. attack.—
Colin Meyn,
The Hill,
22 June 2025
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This guidance was finalized in September 2024, solidifying the FDA’s support for incorporating decentralized elements in clinical trials.—
Jiang Li,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Some folks choose to incorporate bright, bold colors into their bathrooms, with a textured mat or patterned shower curtains.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
20 June 2025
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Even amid geopolitical strains, Chinese pop culture continues to captivate Americans in unexpected ways — exemplified by Labubu, a mischievous vinyl art toy from China that has become a cult sensation among Western collectors.—
Vivian Toh,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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The peasants followed out of a need to earn a living, but they were frequently corrupted by the ideals of luxury and idleness exemplified by the rich, further driving them into poverty.—
Ben Woollard,
JSTOR Daily,
18 June 2025
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The time to ponder that question, set up boundaries, and guide how A.I. is assimilated into our workflow and lives was yesterday.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
12 June 2025
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The idea is that this interface will assimilate your data, process it privately inside the Samsung Knox enclave, and spit out useful suggestions.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 May 2025
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Historically, the very first Juneteenth in 1866 was recognized with food, music, and the reading of spirituals — symbolizing both freedom and pride in Black progress.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
20 June 2025
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The Summer Solstice, which commences on June 20th at 10:42 p.m. EST, symbolizes the sun's and Mother Earth's mighty force.—
Lisa Stardust,
Refinery29,
19 June 2025
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In adult romantic relationships, this manifests as personal space being mistaken for rejection, and sameness being conflated with intimacy.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Some scientists believe that rocket propellant may play a part in the formation of high altitude 'night shining' noctilucent clouds - a phenomenon that is more common at northerly altitudes, but has been spotted manifesting closer to the equator in recent decades.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
25 June 2025
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What epitomizes the triumph of technological advancement?—
Sandeep Shivam,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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The carbon fiber hull — designed with the idea of creating a tourist-friendly, brand-forward fleet of submersibles in mind — also epitomizes the degree to which OceanGate was a direct expression of its founder.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
6 June 2025
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“Embody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embody. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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