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as in clings
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 wraps
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 adopts
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 welcomes
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 encompasses
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 surrounds
to form a circle around
a sleepy village embraced by low hills
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Recent Examples of embraces
Scott Meslow, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2025
Creating an emotional throughline for a film that embraces the lyrical, dreamlike quality of its title gave composer Bryce Dessner enough of a challenge to disrupt how composers usually create a movie score.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 30 Oct. 2025
This distinction underscores that soft goth, while rooted in rebellion, embraces innovation and polish rather than nostalgia alone.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
Once again, Hamida embraces motherhood beyond blood ties.
—JSTOR Daily, 30 Oct. 2025
The $6,800 model embraces the precision that both divisions of the company espouse.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 29 Oct. 2025
Each room embraces a modern coastal aesthetic, with vibrant hues of yellow and blue, in addition to offering a gas fireplace and outside entry.
—Molly Allen, Travel + Leisure, 28 Oct. 2025
The Middletons are a huggy bunch; embraces come easily and often.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 23 Oct. 2025
The actress leads Anniversary, a thriller about a fractured family that clashes as the country embraces a controversial rising movement known as The Change.
—Benjamin Vanhoose, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
Noun
With that goal in mind, Dijkstra has constructed a scheme to ensure that King Radovid stops drinking and sulking over Jaskier and embraces his role as one of the few remaining leaders who can oppose Emhyr’s army.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2025
Creating an emotional throughline for a film that embraces the lyrical, dreamlike quality of its title gave composer Bryce Dessner enough of a challenge to disrupt how composers usually create a movie score.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 30 Oct. 2025
This distinction underscores that soft goth, while rooted in rebellion, embraces innovation and polish rather than nostalgia alone.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
Once again, Hamida embraces motherhood beyond blood ties.
—JSTOR Daily, 30 Oct. 2025
The $6,800 model embraces the precision that both divisions of the company espouse.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 29 Oct. 2025
Each room embraces a modern coastal aesthetic, with vibrant hues of yellow and blue, in addition to offering a gas fireplace and outside entry.
—Molly Allen, Travel + Leisure, 28 Oct. 2025
The Middletons are a huggy bunch; embraces come easily and often.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 23 Oct. 2025
The actress leads Anniversary, a thriller about a fractured family that clashes as the country embraces a controversial rising movement known as The Change.
—Benjamin Vanhoose, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embraces
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The slip-on hybrid heel features a wider elastic strap that hugs the foot, with a heel also measuring 78mm.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
21 Oct. 2025
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The fit-and-flare style hugs your chest and waist for a flattering fit, and the wide skirt can flow in the breeze for breathable comfort.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
20 Oct. 2025
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Not the easiest, but the kind that wraps itself around your heart and never lets go.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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First there’s the Giant Asian Zensation Wrap, which takes the tasty salad fixings, including a choice of Fried Chicken Fingerz or Grilled Chicken, and wraps them up in a flour tortilla for a portable snack.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
28 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Consider a university that adopts an institutional neutrality policy.—
Jimmy Wales,
Fortune,
28 Oct. 2025
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Saying goodbye to wholesale, Lo’s spring 2026 collection adopts a bespoke model as the range puts a big focus on craftsmanship and exclusivity.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
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Yosemite typically welcomes about four million visitors each year, with roughly three-quarters arriving between May and October, according to the National Park Service.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
28 Oct. 2025
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The metal pumpkin welcomes guests into your home, while the maple leaves and sunflowers add a joyful touch.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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Keweenaw National Historic Park encompasses both public and private sites throughout the Keweenaw Peninsula in the Upper Peninsula and features heritage sites from the area's copper mining history.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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The property encompasses a generous 9,975 square feet of land.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Two tables have seating that surrounds screens, perfect for table-top role-playing games.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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Fat that sits deep in the abdomen and surrounds vital organs is particularly dangerous, fueling inflammation, insulin resistance and cardiovascular problems, according to experts.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
28 Oct. 2025
Verb
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As Helen plots revenge and Madeline clings to her rapidly fading star, their world is suddenly turned upside down by Viola Van Horn, a mysterious woman with a secret that’s to die for.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
20 Oct. 2025
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Frehley picks up on the drummer’s simmering syncopation hereand unleashes a banshee-like howl of a solo that still clings to the band’s rhythm.—
A.D. Amorosi,
Variety,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Dense forest envelops its cobblestone streets, funky gingerbread houses, and colorful staircases.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
15 Oct. 2025
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Exploring the human washing machine The New machine looks like a sleek, oversized bathtub with a canopy that envelops the user.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Embraces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embraces. Accessed 3 Nov. 2025.
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