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as in hugged
to put one's arms around and press tightly
upon being finally reunited, the overjoyed father embraced his son
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as in wrapped
to surround or cover closely
the stone walls that embrace the monastery serve to symbolize its function as a retreat from an unquiet world
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as in adopted
to take for one's own use (something originated by another)
rap music came to be embraced by people who were far removed from the places where it originated
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as in welcomed
to receive or accept gladly or readily
the exchange student was gratified to be so quickly embraced by people of the small rural community
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as in included
to have as part of a whole
a course in social studies can embrace everything from sociology to civics and economics
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as in surrounded
to form a circle around
a sleepy village embraced by low hills
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Recent Examples of embraced
The Republican Party embraced neoconservatism; Buchanan and his cohort were the stewards of an ideology for cranks.
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Antonia Hitchens, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
Some residents have raised concerns about the bird's safety, particularly on nearby roads, while others have embraced the unusual guest.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2026
Since then, he has been embraced and recognized for his vision of creating an all-sports network.
—ABC News, 5 Apr. 2026
Austin goalkeeper Brad Stuver said his team embraced the challenge of facing the defending MLS champions on such a significant night.
—CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026
No matter the opposition, Ware said the minutes are embraced.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 5 Apr. 2026
As the clock reached zeroes, an emotional UCLA head coach Cori Close, a former Milpitas High star, embraced with South Carolina coach Dawn Staley and the rest of the team celebrated the win.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 5 Apr. 2026
Two decades ago, a president embraced information that turned out to be wrong, and disaster followed.
—Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 2026
The pair are especially pleased by how many young people have embraced the message.
—Michael Cuglietta, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Apr. 2026
Antonia Hitchens, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
Some residents have raised concerns about the bird's safety, particularly on nearby roads, while others have embraced the unusual guest.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2026
Since then, he has been embraced and recognized for his vision of creating an all-sports network.
—ABC News, 5 Apr. 2026
Austin goalkeeper Brad Stuver said his team embraced the challenge of facing the defending MLS champions on such a significant night.
—CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026
No matter the opposition, Ware said the minutes are embraced.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 5 Apr. 2026
As the clock reached zeroes, an emotional UCLA head coach Cori Close, a former Milpitas High star, embraced with South Carolina coach Dawn Staley and the rest of the team celebrated the win.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 5 Apr. 2026
Two decades ago, a president embraced information that turned out to be wrong, and disaster followed.
—Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 2026
The pair are especially pleased by how many young people have embraced the message.
—Michael Cuglietta, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embraced
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The couple hugged, burying their faces in each other’s shoulders.—
Justin Jouvenal,
Washington Post,
1 Apr. 2026
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Hurley immediately threw his hands into the air in disbelief, hugged assistant coach Mike Nardi and paced the sideline with his suit jacket half off and his jaw dropped.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
31 Mar. 2026
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Booga took his post, standing at the bow while Gerry wrapped Mac in a heavy blanket and a wool watch cap.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
5 Apr. 2026
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Rogers, Shelton, Justin Topa and executive chair Tom Pohlad spoke to the group before Buxton wrapped it up by saying a few words.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
5 Apr. 2026
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James Robert Conroy of New Britain adopted the dog and named it Stubby for his short tail.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
3 Apr. 2026
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FiberColors builds on the success of Archroma’s EarthColors platform, which has now been adopted by more than 50 global brands resulting over 60 tons of plant residue from the herbal and pharmaceutical industries being recycled.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
3 Apr. 2026
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The following year, Upton and Verlander welcomed their first child together, daughter Genevieve, who fans first caught a glimpse of after the Astros won the World Series again in 2022.—
Kate Hogan,
PEOPLE,
1 Apr. 2026
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Volunteers who don’t mind getting dirty are welcomed to water and help remove invasive species in partnership with local landscape firm Terremoto’s nonprofit arm, Test Plot.—
Pedro Moura,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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The applicant also included a follow-up email explaining the scope of the work and requesting payment within 14 days.—
Darlin Tillery,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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The Heat nearly wasted a 15-point second-half lead, but held on in a contest that included 14 lead changes to improve to 2-7 over its last nine games.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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Carroll had a nice try in the 62nd minute when a corner kick found Auns, surrounded in front of the goal.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Apr. 2026
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Nevertheless, you are surrounded by high energy that is keen to socialize.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
5 Apr. 2026
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As Keyla ran around the stage in a black dress adorned with crosses, Richie and Palmer clasped their hands in excitement.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
24 Mar. 2026
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Sitting in a back room at ExtraMile Arena last weekend, Miller clasped hands with old teammate Steve Barrett, who helped pull him to his feet after an hourlong interview with the Statesman.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Feb. 2026
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As much as this music ties itself to the beauty of the physical world, it’s also enveloped by a thick fog.—
Vrinda Jagota,
Pitchfork,
19 Mar. 2026
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The roughly 2,600-square-foot structure is set into a sloping site and enveloped in the natural landscape along a private road.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Embraced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embraced. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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