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as in affects
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 includes
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 occupies
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 wraps
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 involves
One promising route involves converting carbon dioxide into carbon monoxide, which can then be transformed into fuels and chemicals using electricity from renewable sources.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2025
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
Starbucks also announced a $1 billion restructuring plan in September that involves closing some 500 of its North American stores, according to analyst estimates, and laying off 900 workers in nonretail roles.
—Amelia Lucas,kate Rogers, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2025
The second rule involves clear disclosures.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Denny’s also announced 180 closures over the last two years, with the chain attempting a turnaround plan that involves remodels and new menu items to jumpstart traffic.
—Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025
Unfortunately, achieving this idyllic space involves a conscious consideration of what truly belongs in your bedroom closet and what might find a better home elsewhere.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2025
Their meet-cute involves a pterodactyl, a number of plants that shoot paralyzing needles, and a nest in which Thia has been imprisoned.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2025
Caring for your endometriosis involves a holistic approach that integrates lifestyle modifications, dietary changes, and alternative therapies to improve your overall well-being.
—Tabitha Britt, Flow Space, 29 Oct. 2025
Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2025
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
Starbucks also announced a $1 billion restructuring plan in September that involves closing some 500 of its North American stores, according to analyst estimates, and laying off 900 workers in nonretail roles.
—Amelia Lucas,kate Rogers, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2025
The second rule involves clear disclosures.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Denny’s also announced 180 closures over the last two years, with the chain attempting a turnaround plan that involves remodels and new menu items to jumpstart traffic.
—Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025
Unfortunately, achieving this idyllic space involves a conscious consideration of what truly belongs in your bedroom closet and what might find a better home elsewhere.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2025
Their meet-cute involves a pterodactyl, a number of plants that shoot paralyzing needles, and a nest in which Thia has been imprisoned.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2025
Caring for your endometriosis involves a holistic approach that integrates lifestyle modifications, dietary changes, and alternative therapies to improve your overall well-being.
—Tabitha Britt, Flow Space, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for involves
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Spina bifida is a type of neural tube defect (NTD) that affects the spine and is usually identified at birth.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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One such affliction is Tay-Sachs, a disease that disproportionately affects people of Ashkenazi descent and destroys brain and spinal nerve cells.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 Nov. 2025
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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 $399.—
Nicholas Florko,
The Atlantic,
7 Nov. 2025
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Our list also includes music from BLK ODYSSY, The ARTi$t, Mario, and more.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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The property occupies a sizable 6,868-square-foot lot.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026
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Hisense says cyan occupies a part of the spectrum where the human eye is especially sensitive, allowing the panel to render smoother gradients, more realistic tones and subtler transitions without oversaturation.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Jan. 2026
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At Bar do Omar, the standing area wraps around the bar to create a continuous veranda over the hillside.—
Aaron Randolph,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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In the photo, Aniston sports a warm, purse-lipped smile and wraps her arms around Curtis, who cheeses and looks to the right of the camera while resting his hands on his new love's.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Nov. 2025
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The parties believe the case, which concerns CEQA requirements at the community plan level, creates more legal ambiguity for municipalities and poses a statewide threat to housing development.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Jan. 2026
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My question concerns the e-card version of this.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
30 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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Click on the parlay hub or go to and individual matchup that interests you to find popular options.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Because the books cover the story of the Ozarks region from prehistoric times to the 21st century, readers are likely to find a little something about any part of regional history that interests them.—
Becca Martin-Brown,
Arkansas Online,
29 Oct. 2025
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Modified from machines used by Planters factories to wrap peanuts, this contraption envelops 5,000 MetroCards every hour—or more than one every second.—
Matteo Wong,
The Atlantic,
31 Dec. 2025
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The supper club’s moody orange lighting (made from parchment in England) is taken straight out of Blade Runner, a rich glow that completely envelops its diners.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
30 Dec. 2025
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“Involves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/involves. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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