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How does the verb include contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of include are comprehend, embrace, and involve. While all these words mean "to contain within as part of the whole," include suggests the containment of something as a constituent, component, or subordinate part of a larger whole.

the price of dinner includes dessert

When could comprehend be used to replace include?

The words comprehend and include can be used in similar contexts, but comprehend implies that something comes within the scope of a statement or definition.

his system comprehends all history

In what contexts can embrace take the place of include?

The meanings of embrace and include largely overlap; however, embrace implies a gathering of separate items within a whole.

her faith embraces both Christian and non-Christian beliefs

When is it sensible to use involve instead of include?

The words involve and include are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, involve suggests inclusion by virtue of the nature of the whole, whether by being its natural or inevitable consequence.

the new job involves a lot of detail

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of include The Miami Dolphins made a roster-shaking trade Monday, sending Pro Bowl cornerback Jalen Ramsey and Pro Bowl tight end Jonnu Smith to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for a package that includes Pro Bowl safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, a former Dolphins’ first-round draft pick, according to a source. David Furones, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2025 The cast includes JaNa Craig, Aaron Evans, Miguel Harichi, Leah Kateb, Kaylor Martin, Connor Newsum, Serena Page, Kenny Rodriguez, Olivia Walker, and Kendall Washington, with appearances from other former Islanders. Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 30 June 2025 The ensemble includes Zahra Ahmadi, Nikki Amuka-Bird, Gamba Cole, and Omid Djalili, alongside television newcomers. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 30 June 2025 The man’s body was found lying facedown, covered in a blanket and showing signs of trauma — including what appeared to be a stab wound to his back, a police source told the Daily News. Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 19 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for include
Recent Examples of Synonyms for include
Verb
  • Tracking the dots Schuck’s team set up an experiment that involved asking 90 participants to track dots on a screen in a series of trials, with a 20-minute-long nap in between.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 6 July 2025
  • His remarks came amid UniCredit's high-profile attempts to expand its European footprint through potential merger deals involving Commerzbank and Banco BPM, efforts that have faced pushback from national governments.
    Spriha Srivastava, CNBC, 6 July 2025
Verb
  • The facility, assembled on a remote airstrip about 50 miles west of Miami, could house 5,000 detainees.
    Danielle Wallace , Bill Melugin, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025
  • The space will also house two private suites, while a permanent Dior Lady Art installation will open later this year, showcasing contemporary creatives’ takes on the Lady Dior bags.
    Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 1 July 2025
Verb
  • For reference, a cigarette typically contains 10 to 15 mg of nicotine.
    Erica Sloan, SELF, 1 July 2025
  • The new collection contains 20 examples of chain-making expertise, many of which are paved with diamonds and paired with statement gems.
    Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Verb
  • The Texas Twist is the longest slide in the park, with twisty, enclosed turns for single riders.
    Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 June 2025
  • Long haul flights that enclosed us in high pressure air cabins result in exposure to dry, recycled air.
    Bianca Salonga, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Verb
  • Ellison’s interests extend well beyond real estate, encompassing a serious watch collection, high-performance yachts, and his role as cofounder of SailGP, a global sailing league launched in 2018.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 July 2025
  • The foundation has now grown to encompass other crafts and traditional Korean practices.
    Thessaly La Force, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2025
Verb
  • And those who really are interested in committing capital are those confined to the markets.
    Brian Domitrovic, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • Inmates could not receive visits or make phone calls, and prisoners at the state’s highest-security institutions were confined to their cells except for essential services, such as legal and medical appointments.
    Matthew Ormseth, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2025
Verb
  • Only time will tell what Lillard's next chapter entails, but Boston is a legitimate landing spot for him at this point.
    Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 July 2025
  • The order did not detail what those preferential treatment rules would entail, but some popular national parks have reservation systems for entry and camping during peak seasons.
    July 3, CBS News, 3 July 2025
Verb
  • Many items also arrive encased in dense concretions — hard layers of rust, minerals, and marine growth — which must be painstakingly removed under a microscope, sometimes over the course of months or years.
    Jordan Runtagh, People.com, 6 July 2025
  • The warhead is encased in a special high-performance steel alloy, which is meant to enable it to carry a large explosive payload while maintaining the penetrator case's integrity during impact, according to an Air Force fact sheet.
    Ellen Uchimiya, CBS News, 19 June 2025

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“Include.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/include. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.

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