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 Despite the very name of their publication, the Vogue staffers weren’t buying into the fads — and that spoke to something which La Ligne tries to embody. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026 Xi’s reserved and opaque public demeanor embodies such admonitions. — Orville Schell, Foreign Affairs, 16 Sep. 2026 Leaders should embody the values and mission of the organization, reinforcing the culture through their actions and decisions. — Samantha Likson, Hartford Courant, 16 Sep. 2026 At the end of time, the thinking went, all of life will be embodied once again, but free from pain and suffering. — Casper Ter Kuile, Vox, 16 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for embody

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The 30-kW LOCUST X3 supports the Army’s layered air defense against Group 1-3 unmanned aircraft systems and can integrate with military vehicles including the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 19 Sep. 2026
In its global vision, Alo has already integrated apparel, movement, recovery, nutrition, mindfulness, content and physical spaces into a single wellness ecosystem.

— Advertorial, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of integrate

Verb

The statement said el-Sisi expressed support for a deal to resolve the Iranian crisis and ensure the freedom of shipping navigation.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 21 Sep. 2026
Paxton had argued that the law-school clinic was not a classroom but a workplace, and that Fisher was punished not for expressing political views but because her cursing and volume had disrupted clinic business.

— Benjamin Wofford, New Yorker, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of express

Verb

The Virginia Tech solutions aim to incorporate the ability to break down directly into the adhesive's molecular structure.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 Sep. 2026
The event was incorporated into RCU's Warrior Serve initiative, which encourages students to engage in community service projects.

— Hannah McIlree, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of incorporate

Verb

Kaporos is intended to symbolize the transfer of one’s sins to a chicken.

— Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 20 Sep. 2026
Tariffs imposed on Canadian imports now extend to hockey equipment, potentially increasing the cost of playing the very sport that perhaps best symbolizes the cultural connection between the two countries.

— Rick Burton, Sportico.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of symbolize

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These prejudices, combined with the establishment of Italian churches and feasts, led to the belief that Italian immigrants clung too strongly to the traditions of their homeland and refused to assimilate into American culture.

— Clare Whitton, The Conversation, 17 Sep. 2026
While Janey is haunted by her past and Miranda wears hers proudly, Jessie has done her best to assimilate into mainstream white culture, having been adopted by a white Canadian couple.

— Marya E. Gates, IndieWire, 13 Sep. 2026

Definition of assimilate

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Califia Carlisle exemplifies how and why California is failing on homelessness.

— The Sacramento Bee Staff, Sacbee.com, 21 Sep. 2026
Bimobil The vehicle base in this case was a pristine, deep-red Land Cruiser cab-chassis that exemplifies Bimobil's unflappable travel-anywhere spirit just as keenly as the brand's own expedition camping modules.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of exemplify

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In Kenya, this actuarial approach manifested as weeks spent in a Land Rover, counting herds of zebra with a handheld mechanical tally counter in my right hand and binoculars in my left.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026
In the aftermath of detainment, the released carry burdens that manifest in a variety of trauma responses, said Lu Rocha, a Chicago therapist.

— Andrew Carter, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of manifest

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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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