as in to encapsulate
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Another example from their 1-1 draw with West Ham United encapsulates Bournemouth’s blueprint.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
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Accompanied by sweeping string arrangements and powerful blaring horns, the song encapsulates the essence of modern mariachi while staying rooted in its timeless traditions.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
18 Apr. 2025
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The pool sits just off the private balcony and feels cocooned in its own little world, shielded by tall privacy walls.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
5 Apr. 2025
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His nymph-like creatures glided down the runway in sculptural yet cocooning shapes that were styled with skintight leather stockings and tabi heels.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
1 Apr. 2025
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The queen of the kitchen is adding a dash of spice to the narrative surrounding Duchess Meghan's Netflix show.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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The situation surrounding Saints' veteran Derek Carr has led to many questions over the past several weeks.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Of all the galaxies in this frame, one pair stands out in particular: a smooth golden galaxy encircled by a nearly complete ring at left.—
Alan Taylor,
The Atlantic,
28 Apr. 2025
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For several hundred dollars, tour companies fly passengers high above the rivers that encircle the city, showcasing a stunning, bird’s-eye view of the Statue of Liberty, One World Trade Center and other landmarks.—
Philip Marcelo,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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“Encyst.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encyst. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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