as in summarizes
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 encapsulates
The first proper task of any series is a tone setter, a chance to get to know the respective approaches of each new cast member, and the kickoff task of series 17 perfectly encapsulates that dynamic.
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Matthew Jackson, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2025
Imagine, for example, accessing a music recap that encapsulates a user's full listening history—not just their top songs and artists.
—ArsTechnica, 10 Sep. 2025
Yeah, that pretty much accurately encapsulates my experience.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
The difference between CliffsNotes and today’s computerized counterparts encapsulates the disintegration of knowledge, particularly of reading comprehension.
—Joelle Renstrom
august 28, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2025
Perhaps no example better encapsulates the promise and peril of consumer health data than 23andMe.
—Seth Joseph, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
With a dynamic new LEGO Batman combat system that encapsulates the Caped Crusader’s distinctive fighting style, every hit packs a punch, with fluid attack chains, counters, and over-the-top takedowns.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 19 Aug. 2025
The post perfectly encapsulates the frustration of a top star who has been unable to secure a victory at one of the biggest shows of the year.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Aug. 2025
Matthew Jackson, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2025
Imagine, for example, accessing a music recap that encapsulates a user's full listening history—not just their top songs and artists.
—ArsTechnica, 10 Sep. 2025
Yeah, that pretty much accurately encapsulates my experience.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
The difference between CliffsNotes and today’s computerized counterparts encapsulates the disintegration of knowledge, particularly of reading comprehension.
—Joelle Renstrom
august 28, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2025
Perhaps no example better encapsulates the promise and peril of consumer health data than 23andMe.
—Seth Joseph, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
With a dynamic new LEGO Batman combat system that encapsulates the Caped Crusader’s distinctive fighting style, every hit packs a punch, with fluid attack chains, counters, and over-the-top takedowns.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 19 Aug. 2025
The post perfectly encapsulates the frustration of a top star who has been unable to secure a victory at one of the biggest shows of the year.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for encapsulates
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The school’s deputy, Amanda (Tracy Ullman), summarizes the situation with a succinct outline of her duties.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
5 Sep. 2025
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Saul is the author and founder of the non-partisan, independent newsletter Tangle, which summarizes the best arguments from the right and left on the big political news of the day.—
Isaac Saul,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
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Working with powerful clients, the docuseries outlines how Hanson was recruited by the dangerous Mexican drug cartel Sinaloa, as his networking skills and people knowledge were of great value to them.—
Barry Levitt,
Time,
26 Sep. 2025
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Turnovers are a top priority for the Patriots in theory, with ball security and ball disruption listed as the second item on a sign in their team meeting room that outlines the identity Vrabel wants from his team.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Encapsulates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encapsulates. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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