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as in summarizes
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 embodies
to represent in visible form
the Parthenon in Athens epitomizes the ancient Greek ideal of architectural beauty
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Recent Examples of epitomizes
Recently reissued by original label Rough Trade Records, Songs to Remember epitomizes the group’s attempt to reconcile an art-school background, 1977-era punk ethics, and an obsession with chart pop into a musical statement as stately and cohesive as a book of sonnets.
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Alfred Soto, Pitchfork, 11 Apr. 2026
On the softball field, Jillian Albayati epitomizes the words of Theodore Roosevelt.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
Perhaps because of Chicago’s many diverse neighborhoods, or its blue-collar history, or its frigid winters, the city epitomizes the values of hard work, kindness toward others, humility, and basic common-sense and decency.
—Daniel Holz, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Being from the Cape Fear coast of North Carolina, nothing epitomizes comfort food to me more than fried fish.
—Andre James, Charlotte Observer, 23 Mar. 2026
The Goldilocks-spec GTS epitomizes what makes the crossover great better than any other member of the line.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026
Haugh’s attitude and approach have fueled a rise that epitomizes Golden and his staff’s ability to develop players.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2026
Needless to say, the brand epitomizes luxurious sleep.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 13 Mar. 2026
Parisian brand Sézane epitomizes a modern femininity.
—Shelby Comroe, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026
Alfred Soto, Pitchfork, 11 Apr. 2026
On the softball field, Jillian Albayati epitomizes the words of Theodore Roosevelt.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
Perhaps because of Chicago’s many diverse neighborhoods, or its blue-collar history, or its frigid winters, the city epitomizes the values of hard work, kindness toward others, humility, and basic common-sense and decency.
—Daniel Holz, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Being from the Cape Fear coast of North Carolina, nothing epitomizes comfort food to me more than fried fish.
—Andre James, Charlotte Observer, 23 Mar. 2026
The Goldilocks-spec GTS epitomizes what makes the crossover great better than any other member of the line.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026
Haugh’s attitude and approach have fueled a rise that epitomizes Golden and his staff’s ability to develop players.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2026
Needless to say, the brand epitomizes luxurious sleep.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 13 Mar. 2026
Parisian brand Sézane epitomizes a modern femininity.
—Shelby Comroe, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for epitomizes
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One such company is Blueprint, an AI assistant that summarizes sessions, updates electronic health records, and helps individual therapists track patient progress.—
Rhitu Chatterjee,
NPR,
7 Apr. 2026
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The Valley of Shadows summarizes the numerous tips received by the department’s missing persons unit.—
Madison Dapcevich,
Outside,
21 Mar. 2026
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The devil embodies hate and causes destruction.—
Gary Franks,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2026
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And for me, stand-up comedy embodies everything, those other things as well.—
Deputy Entertainment,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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The report outlines that a firefighter on the outside saw Pitts through a window with metal bars.—
Tara Lynch,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The 25th Amendment outlines how presidential power transfers in cases of death, resignation, removal or inability to serve.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2026
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Bobby, who shares Sophie with ex-wife Kate Connelly, frequently expresses pride over his daughter’s accomplishments.—
Erin Clements,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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In her new British Vogue cover story, Charli expresses a general ennui toward pop stardom.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Epitomizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/epitomizes. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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