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a visible representation of something abstract (as a quality)
a portrait of a mother and child that is regarded as the very manifestation of maternal love
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This entry further defines community radio and then discusses its origins and its manifestations throughout the world.
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
These multiple manifestations of the same background body can take circular arrangements, or Einstein Rings, and can also appear as rarer Einstein Crosses.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Within the parameters of a game—where non-player characters essentially function as different disguises for, and manifestations of, a single narrative engine—such paranoia might not be unjustified.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 10 Apr. 2026
Behaviors that may be interpreted as noncompliance or a threat can, in reality, be manifestations of profound distress.
—Jim Cook, Baltimore Sun, 9 Apr. 2026
Rhetorical and physical manifestations of antisemitism are directed toward Jewish or non-Jewish individuals and/or their property, toward Jewish community institutions and religious facilities.
—Jessie Opoien, jsonline.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Its early manifestations frequently surface in other clinics.
—Sarah Berg, STAT, 26 Mar. 2026
Perhaps some paper manifestations just in time for the year of the Fire Horse.
—Xuan Juliana Wang, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
The vocal and physical manifestations of the characters must become second nature.
—Sarah Sotoodeh , Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 8 Mar. 2026
Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
These multiple manifestations of the same background body can take circular arrangements, or Einstein Rings, and can also appear as rarer Einstein Crosses.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Within the parameters of a game—where non-player characters essentially function as different disguises for, and manifestations of, a single narrative engine—such paranoia might not be unjustified.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 10 Apr. 2026
Behaviors that may be interpreted as noncompliance or a threat can, in reality, be manifestations of profound distress.
—Jim Cook, Baltimore Sun, 9 Apr. 2026
Rhetorical and physical manifestations of antisemitism are directed toward Jewish or non-Jewish individuals and/or their property, toward Jewish community institutions and religious facilities.
—Jessie Opoien, jsonline.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Its early manifestations frequently surface in other clinics.
—Sarah Berg, STAT, 26 Mar. 2026
Perhaps some paper manifestations just in time for the year of the Fire Horse.
—Xuan Juliana Wang, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
The vocal and physical manifestations of the characters must become second nature.
—Sarah Sotoodeh , Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 8 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for manifestations
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In all, 12 Terrells have worked at AT&T or its various incarnations.—
Thomas C. Zambito,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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There have been several incarnations since, all with shapeshifting powers that transform their drippy clay body structures; all have been adversaries of Batman.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
14 Apr. 2026
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Fake images of celebrities like Katy Perry and Rihanna also popped up online during the Met Gala in 2024.—
Dalila Muata,
NBC news,
5 May 2026
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To prove out the findings in real biology, Schramma stuck his arm back into the fish tank, nipped more leaves, and snapped microscope images of the cells within to measure Elodea’s actual packing fractions.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
4 May 2026
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Related Stories Powered by Genies’ AI tools, creators can work directly with the company and the platform to customize the avatars to uniquely reflect their artistic style and personality.—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2026
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HeyGen, the industry leader in creating hyperrealistic AI avatars for influencers, claims on its website that anyone can create a digital twin that will produce content within minutes of prompting.—
Taylor Lorenz,
Vanity Fair,
15 Apr. 2026
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That can be from established icons to up-and-comers to the stars of today.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
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Onlookers can also expect to see frequent Met Gala guests, such as members of the Kardashian-Jenner family, and fashion icons, like Sarah Jessica Parker, on the Met steps.—
Dalila Muata,
NBC news,
5 May 2026
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Industry is where innocence goes to die, choked out in bed by various personifications of greed.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
19 Jan. 2026
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This lawless crew shares dramaturgical DNA with the vice figures from medieval morality plays, personifications of sinfulness who would confide their schemes to the audience and make theatergoers their co-conspirators in a riveting game that obviously left its mark on a young Shakespeare.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Jan. 2026
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Upstairs, the 49 rooms channel Arts and Crafts style with botanical fabrics, jade-green onyx bathrooms, and a strong showing of Texas artists, including Howard Sherman, whose large-scale abstracts anchor the walls.—
Carrie Honaker,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 May 2026
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Some are abstracts, simple and colorful design that stand out brightly from the more complex or realistic pieces.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
1 May 2026
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Many imitation almond extracts or essences rely on synthetic benzaldehyde for flavor, which can create saccharine notes that overpower delicate desserts like custards, sponges, or pastry creams.—
Emily Saladino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
9 Apr. 2026
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Store shelves are packed with serums, toners, essences and exfoliants — all promising transformative results.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Manifestations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manifestations. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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