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as in to affect
to be the business or affair of
this isn't something that involves you, so don't worry about it
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as in to include
to have as part of a whole
a tragic play usually involves a number of plot devices, including the hero's fatal flaw
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as in to interest
to hold the attention of
her blissful daydream so completely involved her that she never heard the knock on the door
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as in to wrap
to surround or cover closely
a mind that was deeply involved in doubt about his wife's fidelity
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Recent Examples of involve
That could be because this form of brain training appears to trigger something called implicit learning, which involves acquiring unconscious or automatic skills, like swimming or tying a shoelace.
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Jon Hamilton, NPR, 18 Feb. 2026
The lawsuits fall in line with a number of moves by Texas politicians focusing on LGBTQ+ people, particularly when children are involved.
—Emily Brindley
health Reporter, Dallas Morning News, 18 Feb. 2026
Michigan's tribes had hoped a report would document the abuses and deaths of Native American children over more than a century in state boarding schools, as well as determine the extent to which the state and local municipalities were involved.
—CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
By involving students in the discussion and not forcing them to be compliant with rules, young people are allowed to navigate conflicts and have a voice on how to address them, Shenker said.
—Erick Trevino, AZCentral.com, 18 Feb. 2026
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Jon Hamilton, NPR, 18 Feb. 2026
The lawsuits fall in line with a number of moves by Texas politicians focusing on LGBTQ+ people, particularly when children are involved.
—Emily Brindley
health Reporter, Dallas Morning News, 18 Feb. 2026
Michigan's tribes had hoped a report would document the abuses and deaths of Native American children over more than a century in state boarding schools, as well as determine the extent to which the state and local municipalities were involved.
—CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
By involving students in the discussion and not forcing them to be compliant with rules, young people are allowed to navigate conflicts and have a voice on how to address them, Shenker said.
—Erick Trevino, AZCentral.com, 18 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for involve
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Engineers will analyze how materials, production techniques, and post-treatment processes affect component life.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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Driving through deep water can also affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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The trend toward a more sustainable Mardi Gras has been growing for years and includes a small but growing variety of more thoughtful throws like food, soaps and sunglasses.—
TRAVIS LOLLER,
Arkansas Online,
16 Feb. 2026
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The expansive grounds cover 19 acres bordering the river, including a recreated 19th-century New England coastal village, a working shipyard, and the only wooden whaleship ship still afloat in the United States.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 Feb. 2026
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These are the problems that most interest the complexity theorist Henry Yuen.—
Ben Brubaker,
Quanta Magazine,
17 Feb. 2026
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Also consider local hiking groups, fitness classes, or dance classes—and don't be afraid to try a few different things to find what most interests you.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
16 Feb. 2026
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At the center of the space will be a central bar wrapped in wood paneling and leather accents, topped with dark stone, according to the release.—
Noelle Alviz-Gransee
February 17,
Kansas City Star,
17 Feb. 2026
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Zendaya poses behind him, her arms wrapped around Pattinson as the actor holds her leg in his arms.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
17 Feb. 2026
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Even before revelations about the emails, there were tensions between Wasserman and some Los Angeles politicians concerned that financial shortfalls in staging the $7-billion Summer Games will need to be covered by local taxpayers.—
Dakota Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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Turns out, his son was concerned for the safety of his classmates from Guatemala and Cambodia.—
Alisha Ebrahimji,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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Honorable mentions New to the regular concession offerings, the Baja-style fruit cups are a light and refreshing snack containing slices of watermelon, mango, jicama and cucumber and they are garnished with chamoy, lime juice and Tajin.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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Water and moisture resistance Wood and water don’t mix well, and any type of flooring that contains wood will be prone to warping, rot and permanent water damage.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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One of China’s most influential cultural figures, Wang is not simply a celebrity endorsement but occupies a rare position at the intersection of youth identity, entertainment, and fashion authority.—
Yiling Pan,
Vogue,
17 Feb. 2026
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They're arranged in haphazard rows, with Andrew Jackson occupying a prime front spot simply because the owner likes his hair.—
Danielle Paquette The Washington Post,
Arkansas Online,
17 Feb. 2026
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The Uptown Penny Loafer Mule combines a grippy platform sole with a deep heel cup to provide optimal stability for hours-long wear, delivering the same comfort as if your foot were fully enclosed.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
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Equipped with five sockets and two USB ports, this power strip, enclosed in metal with a rubber base, can sit upright on the floor or desktop and offers eight feet of extension from your wall outlet.—
Kelsey Borovinsky,
Architectural Digest,
9 Feb. 2026
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