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as in contains
to have as part of a whole
the college application included some thought-provoking essay questions
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as in houses
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers
that inextinguishable spark of liberty that is included within every human being
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Recent Examples of includes
The announcement includes a commitment from both companies to sell the starting dose of new oral GLP-1 drugs for about $150; the higher doses for Eli Lilly’s drug will be capped at $399.
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Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 7 Nov. 2025
Our list also includes music from BLK ODYSSY, The ARTi$t, Mario, and more.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
This includes funds that support programs within the Arkansas Department of Education, Area Agencies on Aging, Arkansas Rehabilitation Services, the Arkansas Spinal Cord Commission, Community Action Agencies, the Division of Services for the Blind and multiple TANF subgrantees.
—Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2025
That includes a new and robust collaboration with Brazil’s federal government and 22 of its states—including Pará—to expand cooperation on climate action.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
This includes aggressive, disruptive, and threatening behavior of any kind.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 6 Nov. 2025
She is joined by a cast that includes legendary model and actress Marisa Berenson; Canadian singer and dancer Tate McRae; British singer, songwriter and record producer Dev Hynes; German artist Anne Imhof, and American ballet dancer Devon Teuscher, in addition to several models.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
The sale includes ghost, candy corn, spiderweb, skull, and bat icon glasses, and each set includes four glasses.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
Michael’s cast includes Colman Domingo as the star’s father, Joe Jackson and Nia Long as his mother, Katherine.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2025
Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 7 Nov. 2025
Our list also includes music from BLK ODYSSY, The ARTi$t, Mario, and more.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
This includes funds that support programs within the Arkansas Department of Education, Area Agencies on Aging, Arkansas Rehabilitation Services, the Arkansas Spinal Cord Commission, Community Action Agencies, the Division of Services for the Blind and multiple TANF subgrantees.
—Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2025
That includes a new and robust collaboration with Brazil’s federal government and 22 of its states—including Pará—to expand cooperation on climate action.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
This includes aggressive, disruptive, and threatening behavior of any kind.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 6 Nov. 2025
She is joined by a cast that includes legendary model and actress Marisa Berenson; Canadian singer and dancer Tate McRae; British singer, songwriter and record producer Dev Hynes; German artist Anne Imhof, and American ballet dancer Devon Teuscher, in addition to several models.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
The sale includes ghost, candy corn, spiderweb, skull, and bat icon glasses, and each set includes four glasses.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
Michael’s cast includes Colman Domingo as the star’s father, Joe Jackson and Nia Long as his mother, Katherine.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for includes
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Merino wool, on the other hand, is a cold-weather classic, and my suitcase for winters in Wyoming always contains several tees and tops made with the fabric.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
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Honey contains mainy sugar along with amino acids, minerals ,and vitamins that give it antioxidant sand anti-inflammatory benefits.—
Gillian Mohney,
Verywell Health,
7 Nov. 2025
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His garage, otherwise known as the Emirates National Auto Museum, houses about 3,000 cars in total.—
Caleb Jacobs,
The Drive,
8 Jan. 2026
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The building currently houses the Child Support Enforcement Division, which will be moved, Campo said.—
Emma Murphy,
Oklahoma Voice,
8 Jan. 2026
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Everglades restoration involves removing as many of these dams as possible without risking flood control, while adding more reservoirs for water storage, all to revive a river of grass that flows once more.—
Amy Green,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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If your annual drive to the beach involves more than a full day on the road, that predictability drops fast.—
Paul Cappiello,
Louisville Courier Journal,
9 Jan. 2026
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This process continues for decades until eventually, one day, immune mediators rupture the cap that encloses the plaque.—
Mary J. Scourboutakos,
The Conversation,
19 Dec. 2025
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That principle necessarily encompasses the freedom to end one’s own life — and to seek medical help in doing so.—
Dr. Jeffrey Singer,
New York Daily News,
3 Jan. 2026
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His research encompasses a diverse range of topics related to population health outcomes.—
James L. Whiteside,
STAT,
2 Jan. 2026
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The ultra-soft clogs are made out of a plush faux shearling fabric that encases a springy foam midsole.—
Michelle Tchea,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2025
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This spinal area lies just outside the dura mater, and is a tough membrane that encases the spinal cord and the system that allows cerebrospinal fluid to circulate.—
Stephen C. George,
Discover Magazine,
20 Feb. 2025
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The economic data suggest that the old operating system is failing, and postponing a redesign of governance and the economy entails increasing costs for Cuba.—
Ricardo Torres,
Time,
8 Jan. 2026
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Hitting 70,000 entails another 43% rally from here.—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
8 Jan. 2026
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Yet, their followings are distinct from the quasi-religious fervor thar surrounds Khan.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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Last year, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame chairman John Sykes cracked open the door to dispel a bit of mystique that surrounds his nominating committee.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Includes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/includes. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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