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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 On Monday, Israel also issued specific evacuation warnings to residents in the north of the capital, including District 3, which is home to embassies and government buildings. Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025 The supporting cast included Lacretta as bailiff Gurgs, Nyambi Nyambi as court clerk Wyatt and sitcom vet Wendie Malick, who joined the cast full-time in Season 3 as new prosecutor Julianne. Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 18 June 2025 There are several varieties that offer a choice of flower color including ‘Leo’ with red flowers and blue-green leaves, ‘John Clayton’ with yellow flowers, and ‘Major Wheeler’ with reddish orange flowers that repeat throughout the growing season. Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 June 2025 One of the shows included Jackie Morris, the aforementioned illustrator of The Lost Words. Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 18 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for include
Recent Examples of Synonyms for include
Verb
  • Leaders need to involve their teams in the adoption process, communicate the benefits, provide adequate training, willingly accept feedback and reinforce how these tools make everyone’s jobs faster, easier and more productive.
    Bek Abdullayev, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
  • Even as new people got hired at B&N, they’d immediately get involved by coming to bargaining and making time to meet with the committee.
    James Folta, Literary Hub, 24 June 2025
Verb
  • For six years, the building that once housed The Coffee Cup, a beloved neighborhood diner in St. Paul’s North End, sat empty.
    Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 19 June 2025
  • The property will feature amenities that have traditionally been hard to come by in New Hampshire hotels, such as a wine cellar, a beachside bourbon bar, and a library that houses a grand piano.
    Everett Potter, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
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  • On-screen text follows, reminding us that the virus laid waste to the UK, which was quarantined to contain the evil, with survivors there being left to fend for themselves.
    Mark Meszoros, Boston Herald, 19 June 2025
  • The drink, made with real fruit and no artificial flavors or colors, costs $2.99 and is said to contain only 250 calories.
    Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2025
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  • Towering limestone cliffs enclose the cove, creating a striking setting ideal for snorkeling, diving, or simply enjoying a peaceful escape in nature.
    Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
  • The house is a modest one-and-a-half-story Cape set on pilings with a crawl space enclosed by boards, built of native spruce and pine lumber that Mark and Fraser cut from the nearby islands.
    Robert Finch June 18, Literary Hub, 18 June 2025
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  • The class encompasses information about exercises to prepare the mother for birth, relaxation and coping techniques, pain control options, labor positioning, induction and C-section basics, recovery and welcoming baby.
    Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 June 2025
  • The threats guiding the world of medical device cybersecurity encompass many attack types.
    Christian Espinosa, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
Verb
  • The Democrats’ fundraising advantage isn’t confined to the governor’s race.
    Olivia Diaz, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2025
  • Animals large and small—those that had evolved to sprint across plains and live half their lives submerged in water—were confined in rows of tiny, barren cages lined with metal bars.
    Shoshi Parks, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 June 2025
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  • Any closure might entail use of mines, patrol boats, aircraft, cruise missiles, and diesel submarines.
    Jason Ma, Fortune, 23 June 2025
  • Netflix may be acting more and more like conventional TV networks, presenting live NFL games and WWE bouts and selling ads, but becoming a full-fledged distributor would entail grinding out carriage deals with programmers with large portfolios.
    Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 19 June 2025
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  • Especially given that the Switch 2, encased in the Killswitch, is probably my favorite console of all time.
    Anthony Karcz, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
  • Photo : Modern Media for Sotheby’s International Realty There are four original fireplaces in total, including a massive one encased in antique wood in the family room.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 21 June 2025

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“Include.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/include. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.

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