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as in hugs
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
Emily Price, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The spa The resort’s spa embraces water to create an oasis-like environment that contrasts with the arid environment outside.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
The doc embraces complexity by highlighting connections that may not be readily apparent.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 26 Jan. 2026
The keyhole shape is often featured by Schiaparelli, which embraces surrealism in its designs.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 26 Jan. 2026
Kyshona received The People’s Voice Award, which is presented to an individual who unabashedly embraces social and political commentary in their creative work and public careers.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 22 Jan. 2026
In New York City, Channing Tatum embraces shirtless men at the Magic Mike Live special announcement event.
—Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
Their size advantage – Denton is 6-foot-5 and embraces physicality – makes Masconomet extremely tough to beat.
—Justin Barrasso, Boston Herald, 17 Jan. 2026
The Sade Girl aesthetic leans into this style but embraces the singer’s sultry look—think effortless and chic.
—Essence, 16 Jan. 2026
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Wayne Gretzky Distillery’s Maple Cask Whisky, named Blended Whisky of the Year, embraces cask influence to create a distinctly Canadian profile.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The spa The resort’s spa embraces water to create an oasis-like environment that contrasts with the arid environment outside.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
The doc embraces complexity by highlighting connections that may not be readily apparent.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 26 Jan. 2026
The keyhole shape is often featured by Schiaparelli, which embraces surrealism in its designs.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 26 Jan. 2026
Kyshona received The People’s Voice Award, which is presented to an individual who unabashedly embraces social and political commentary in their creative work and public careers.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 22 Jan. 2026
In New York City, Channing Tatum embraces shirtless men at the Magic Mike Live special announcement event.
—Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
Their size advantage – Denton is 6-foot-5 and embraces physicality – makes Masconomet extremely tough to beat.
—Justin Barrasso, Boston Herald, 17 Jan. 2026
The Sade Girl aesthetic leans into this style but embraces the singer’s sultry look—think effortless and chic.
—Essence, 16 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embraces
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The image accompanying the post shows Blessd’s tattooed back as his partner hugs him tightly, holding an ultrasound image and baby shoes in her hands.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
24 Jan. 2026
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In the opposite direction, there's an eight-mile walking and running track that hugs the coastline and is perfect for sunset strolls.—
Selina Denman,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Jan. 2026
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Ties back to the opening scene of S1EP1 and wraps everything up nicely.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
7 Jan. 2026
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Lowell plunders an emerald out of a wrecked ship, starts a fistfight with a local ruler, nearly dies when a boa constrictor wraps itself around her neck, and is wounded by an alligator.—
Michael Waters,
New Yorker,
3 Jan. 2026
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Lost, Helen adopts a goshawk and throws herself into the world of big bird ownership, gloves and all.—
Adam Graham,
Boston Herald,
24 Jan. 2026
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Most damningly, Smith stubbornly adopts a conventional approach to decidedly unconventional material.—
Vikram Murthi,
IndieWire,
24 Jan. 2026
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Nick Rose Newport Coast The Los Angeles Times welcomes expressions of all views.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Jan. 2026
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Accessibility The hotel is compliant with ADA standards and welcomes guests of all abilities.—
Paul Oswell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Jan. 2026
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The unit encompasses a generous 8,050 square feet of land.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
26 Jan. 2026
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The Trefis High Quality (HQ) Portfolio, which includes 30 stocks, has a history of comfortably outperforming its benchmark that encompasses all three indices—the S&P 500, S&P mid-cap, and Russell 2000.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Most patients show changes in the fluid that surrounds the brain, commonly seen in other viral brain infections.—
Michal Ruprecht,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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On the medal, the Virgil inscription surrounds a young man sitting under a laurel tree, listening to the Muse, and writing down her song.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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The result is a supremely creamy sauce that clings to the chicken and mushrooms without breaking.—
Hana Asbrink,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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One man — one young, confident Portuguese man — clings bravely to his beliefs as the rest of the world falls into groupthink.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
22 Jan. 2026
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His lengthened shadow envelops the locker room entirely.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
24 Jan. 2026
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Enjoy An Intimate Night Out Wendy Altschuler Worth talking about, Atsumeru’s vibe is silky, velvety, and romantic, with ambient lighting, floor-to-ceiling drapes, interesting artwork, and a hush that envelops the dining room in anticipation.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Embraces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embraces. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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