as in manifestation
a visible representation of something abstract (as a quality)
she is the very incarnation of grace and tactfulness
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Recent Examples of incarnation
Beset by injuries all season, including to standout tackles Joe Alt, and Rashawn Slater, the Chargers used 25 incarnations up front.
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Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 13 Jan. 2026
And while hating any incarnation of the band without Jerry is valid, so is loving the further trips into music.
—Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 11 Jan. 2026
Well, despite La Louisiane’s drift from its original incarnation, the flavors at work in this cocktail are so good, the drink remains delicious and vital to this day.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2026
The authors have structured the work as a triple helix, and some of the most powerful moments occur when all three incarnations of the characters are on stage at the same time.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
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Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 13 Jan. 2026
And while hating any incarnation of the band without Jerry is valid, so is loving the further trips into music.
—Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 11 Jan. 2026
Well, despite La Louisiane’s drift from its original incarnation, the flavors at work in this cocktail are so good, the drink remains delicious and vital to this day.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2026
The authors have structured the work as a triple helix, and some of the most powerful moments occur when all three incarnations of the characters are on stage at the same time.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incarnation
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Consciously choosing the design of this polish, applying it calmly, and visualizing your wishes for the new year transforms the manicure into an act of self-care and manifestation.—
Andrea Carbajal,
Glamour,
6 Jan. 2026
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In the Eastern rites of the Catholic Church, Theophany, which the holiday is often called in Eastern countries, celebrates the manifestation of Jesus’ divinity in addition to his baptism, according to The Catholic Witness.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
5 Jan. 2026
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When properly aligned with the brand’s image, mega-events can also tap into new audiences.—
Charles Taylor,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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The barrage of images broadcast out of Minneapolis and surrounding regions depict violent and brutal encounters and capture moments of utter fear, pain and confusion.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
24 Jan. 2026
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Stories of players who saw their names on the backs of for-sale jerseys or on video game avatars but could hardly pay for a slice of pizza are increasingly becoming a thing of the past.—
Dr. Marcus Collins,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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With more than a decade at the center of the rap zeitgeist, Scott is an avatar for 2010s hip-hop.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
21 Jan. 2026
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“Incarnation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incarnation. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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