as in to summarize
to make into a short statement of the main points (as of a report)
can you encapsulate the speech in about a paragraph?
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Recent Examples of encapsulate
The difference between CliffsNotes and today’s computerized counterparts encapsulates the disintegration of knowledge, particularly of reading comprehension.
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Joelle Renstrom
august 28, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2025
The songs encapsulate the raucous, joyous sound of New Orleans streets, where festive and somber moments are celebrated with music and dance.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 28 Aug. 2025
That scene has a gorgeous echo in the closing moments, playfully encapsulating something for which Mariano has been searching.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2025
The study defined reading as also encapsulating formats like magazines, e-books, print and electronic newspapers and audiobooks.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 21 Aug. 2025
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Joelle Renstrom
august 28, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2025
The songs encapsulate the raucous, joyous sound of New Orleans streets, where festive and somber moments are celebrated with music and dance.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 28 Aug. 2025
That scene has a gorgeous echo in the closing moments, playfully encapsulating something for which Mariano has been searching.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2025
The study defined reading as also encapsulating formats like magazines, e-books, print and electronic newspapers and audiobooks.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 21 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for encapsulate
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Antonio Torres then summarized his claims, saying Geller had signed off on athletes in similar situations in the past.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Sep. 2025
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Evaluating Oracle across Growth, Profitability, Financial Stability, and Downturn Resilience suggests the company retains a strong operating and financial base, as summarized below.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The speakers and attendees outlined their vision for the world at a time when national conservatism has reached its zenith of influence.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Sep. 2025
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However, the majority of districts, like Porter Township where Watkin now works, did not report any injuries despite the requirements outlined in House Enrolled Act 1591.—
IndyStar,
IndyStar,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Encapsulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encapsulate. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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