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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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After naming the crater Carroll, the four astronauts hugged while shedding tears and a moment of silence was observed in NASA Mission Control in Houston.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
7 Apr. 2026
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Pogačar and van der Poel were mobbed by photographers and warmly hugged each other after the finish.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 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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Weld County has welcomed more than 25,000 babies in the past five years, while Adams County has added 33,349 and Douglas County has added more than 20,000.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
8 Apr. 2026
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World leaders welcomed the ceasefire, although analysts characterized the agreement as fragile and warned that a substantial lack of trust on both sides will likely complicate the path to lasting peace.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
8 Apr. 2026
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Breakfast is included, a generous European-style buffet with eggs, cured meats, fresh fruit, house granola, muffins, and flaky pastries.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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The email chain included a copy of that draft letter, which was written by Kozakiewicz but never sent.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
7 Apr. 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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The massive road project, decades in planning, has been enveloped in controversy even before getting underway.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2026
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For Artemis, the astronauts will remain on board their capsule until the ship has enveloped the Orion in its well deck.—
Robert Z. Pearlman,
Space.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Embraced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embraced. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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