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as in to summarize
to make into a short statement of the main points (as of a report)
his personal code of behavior on the playing field is epitomized by his favorite saying, "It's not whether you win or lose, it's how you play the game"
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as in to embody
to represent in visible form
the Parthenon in Athens epitomizes the ancient Greek ideal of architectural beauty
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Recent Examples of epitomize
Though born in Philadelphia, Jenkins was raised in New York City, moving to Queens in the late Seventies just as hip-hop was taking off — but also as punk music, graffiti, and skateboarding were epitomizing the city’s cultural epicenter.
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Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 24 May 2025
The sequence epitomizes Duster’s playful, high-octane vibe, and captures the essence of its protagonist.
—Judy Berman, Time, 12 May 2025
The lives of these two winemakers—lawyer and engineer—epitomize tensions faced by grape growers.
—Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
Set in the historic center of Marrakesh, this enchanting riad epitomizes Moroccan architecture with its vibrant tilework, stucco walls, and arches.
—Shannon Sharpe, Architectural Digest, 28 May 2025
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Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 24 May 2025
The sequence epitomizes Duster’s playful, high-octane vibe, and captures the essence of its protagonist.
—Judy Berman, Time, 12 May 2025
The lives of these two winemakers—lawyer and engineer—epitomize tensions faced by grape growers.
—Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
Set in the historic center of Marrakesh, this enchanting riad epitomizes Moroccan architecture with its vibrant tilework, stucco walls, and arches.
—Shannon Sharpe, Architectural Digest, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for epitomize
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Among its tasks will be assisting with coding, acting as a translation tool and summarize complex documents for workers.—
Chris Morris,
Fortune,
24 June 2025
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The Pandemic Greases the Wheels The evidence summarized in Karlin's fact sheet had been around for decades.—
Liana Simstrom,
NPR,
22 June 2025
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Endless Summer by Free People Santa Maria maxi dress: $128 This Endless Summer by Free People maxi dress embodies the essence of boho chic with its flowing silhouette and intricate patterns.—
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FOXNews.com,
18 June 2025
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And in some ways, Kelly embodies much of what makes this current Tigers team — one with first-place status and the best record in the American League — tick.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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The complete national security agreement hasn’t been published publicly, although aspects of it have been outlined in statements and securities filings made by the companies, U.S. Steel said Wednesday.—
Marc Levy,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2025
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When advocating for moral decisions—such as cutting ties with a supplier accused of labor violations—leaders should clearly outline the associated financial and operational consequences.—
HEC Paris Insights,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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On a broader scale, legislators have expressed frustration for years about high prices — whether for a new college graduate seeking an affordable apartment or for a young family trying to afford a pricier suburb with good schools like West Hartford or Glastonbury.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
22 June 2025
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Ambassadors from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait on Saturday met with Rafael Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), to express concerns about the consequences of a U.S. attack.—
Colin Meyn,
The Hill,
22 June 2025
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“Epitomize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/epitomize. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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