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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
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
Kaley Cuoco embraces Larry David at the Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness premiere after party on June 23 in Los Angeles.
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Brendan Le,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
In fact, this line embraces everyone, with an atmosphere actively designed to be inclusive of LGBTQI+ and BIPOC communities.
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Janice Wald Henderson,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 June 2026
Dovetailing luxury with comfort, with an emphasis on wellness, the organic palette of materials embraces Dutch minimalistic design, taking cues from coastal California’s relaxed sophistication.
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Kathleen Turner,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Its hybrid model embraces Toyota’s new approach to electric vehicles.
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Olivia Cyrus,
Louisville Courier Journal,
23 June 2026
Teacher Pritul Patel said the school's culture embraces students' differences rather than treating them as obstacles.
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Alexa Liacko,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
Day leans organic and loose, drawing inspiration from ’70s psychedelic pop and live instrumentation, while Night embraces a sleek, synth-heavy dance-pop atmosphere.
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Spin Staff,
SPIN,
22 June 2026
Not everyone embraces beaver rewilding, especially when — unlike the Ealing project — the animals are introduced illicitly, said George Holmes, a conservation professor at the University of Leeds.
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Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
Verb
Today, the modern interpretation embraces natural texture with a softer, more wearable finish.
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Amanda Le,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
Kaley Cuoco embraces Larry David at the Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness premiere after party on June 23 in Los Angeles.
—
Brendan Le,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
In fact, this line embraces everyone, with an atmosphere actively designed to be inclusive of LGBTQI+ and BIPOC communities.
—
Janice Wald Henderson,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 June 2026
Dovetailing luxury with comfort, with an emphasis on wellness, the organic palette of materials embraces Dutch minimalistic design, taking cues from coastal California’s relaxed sophistication.
—
Kathleen Turner,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Its hybrid model embraces Toyota’s new approach to electric vehicles.
—
Olivia Cyrus,
Louisville Courier Journal,
23 June 2026
Teacher Pritul Patel said the school's culture embraces students' differences rather than treating them as obstacles.
—
Alexa Liacko,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
Day leans organic and loose, drawing inspiration from ’70s psychedelic pop and live instrumentation, while Night embraces a sleek, synth-heavy dance-pop atmosphere.
—
Spin Staff,
SPIN,
22 June 2026
Not everyone embraces beaver rewilding, especially when — unlike the Ealing project — the animals are introduced illicitly, said George Holmes, a conservation professor at the University of Leeds.
—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embraces
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Despite Iran’s threats, 20 of those ships had taken a route far south of Iran that hugs the coastline of the United Arab Emirates and bends along Oman’s Musandam Peninsula, avoiding Iranian waters.
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Iran has warned ships that the only route through the strait was through its waters, The New York Times reported, noting ships have been using a route that hugs the Omani coast on the southern side of the strait.
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The holdup hinged on his hope to build out a more substantial patio cover for the restaurant’s outdoor seating area, which wraps around two sides.
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The deck wraps around the top of the building, providing panoramic views of the East Crossroads.
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The Sacramento County Office of Education is expected to review and approve the budget before the state adopts its final budget in July.
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Healthcare rarely adopts broad categories.
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Your 12th House of Rest and Reflection welcomes the Moon, which forms a supportive sextile to renewing Pluto in your 2nd House of Finances and Values.
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That changes next year when Senegal welcomes thousands of athletes, coaches, officials and journalists for the fourth edition of the Youth Olympic Games.
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In reality, Lewis says, men have a deep, wide range of feeling that encompasses both traditionally masculine and traditionally feminine aspects.
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The destination encompasses six islands strung together between Key Largo and Key West, and a whole lot of adventure from excellent sportfishing to kayaking emerald waters.
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To me, football is the game; fútbol is everything that surrounds it—the culture, community, and connections that come with it.
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Authorities agreed to do something, said Spencer, whose farmland surrounds the crossing.
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This means cost-sharing for stormwater improvements will continue to be structured by the 83/17 split for decades to come – unless GLWA consents to renegotiating the deal.
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Failure to provide additional information or consents will be grounds for disqualification, unless prohibited under applicable law.
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So that leaves just one spot that’s really up for grabs—meaning that inevitably, at least one show that was nominated for its previous season is going to be snubbed this time around.
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Multiple seats in the two counties are up for grabs, and could go either Democratic or Republican.
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