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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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Inside 26 Federal Plaza, the building that houses New York City’s immigration courts, ICE officers and Border Patrol agents have been patrolling the halls and positioning themselves outside courtrooms to detain migrants moments after their hearings.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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The Museu Afro Brasil houses some 6,000 artifacts telling this layered story through incredible visuals.—
Jade Moyano,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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One promising route involves converting carbon dioxide into carbon monoxide, which can then be transformed into fuels and chemicals using electricity from renewable sources.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Nov. 2025
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Getting there involves a short cliffside hike—pause at the top for the postcard view of the Dois Irmãos peaks—before descending a rocky path.—
Carla Vianna,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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Markle’s taste in shoes also encompasses styles from brands like Manolo Blahnik, Stuart Weitzman and Sarah Flint, among others.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
10 Nov. 2025
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Keweenaw National Historic Park encompasses both public and private sites throughout the Keweenaw Peninsula in the Upper Peninsula and features heritage sites from the area's copper mining history.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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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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Prep Time Matters Designer Ariel Roberts loves making statements with both wallpaper and paint in her work, so she’s seen firsthand the process each entails.—
Tessa Cooper,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Nov. 2025
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The Mamba is the tallest ride at the park and entails an initial drop of 205 feet, according to the park’s website.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
1 Nov. 2025
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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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The store carries Stone Creek coffee and Tootsie’s Tea, an Indigenous and woman-owned company based in Milwaukee.—
Rachel Bernhard,
jsonline.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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Additionally, the store carries the Dior Icons Neo-wardrobe for men, which includes multifunctional trousers and jackets, long coats, tailoring and sportswear.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Includes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/includes. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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