1
as in displaying
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
a frustration that is often manifested by a minor facial tic
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as in embodying
to represent in visible form
graduates of the military academies manifest, we hope, the best that this country has to offer
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Recent Examples of manifesting
What has transpired on the hardwood is manifesting itself on the gridiron in its own way.
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Arnie Stapleton, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2026
What has transpired on the hardwood is manifesting itself on the gridiron in its own way.
—ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026
Through it all, there's a euphoric energy pulsing through the theater, manifesting in several moving ways.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Apr. 2026
Christians believe that by rising from the dead, Jesus demonstrated his power over sin and death, manifesting his divinity as the Son of God.
—Daily News, 5 Apr. 2026
This empire is manifesting in different ways.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, essential tremors surface when people are trying to put their hands to use, manifesting when people eat, drink, write — or use their phones.
—Adam Cohen, Oklahoman, 24 Mar. 2026
To be manifesting it, as the kids say.
—Caleb Crain, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
Boot maker Tecovas may be manifesting its destiny into a bigger Stockyards location.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Mar. 2026
Arnie Stapleton, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2026
What has transpired on the hardwood is manifesting itself on the gridiron in its own way.
—ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026
Through it all, there's a euphoric energy pulsing through the theater, manifesting in several moving ways.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Apr. 2026
Christians believe that by rising from the dead, Jesus demonstrated his power over sin and death, manifesting his divinity as the Son of God.
—Daily News, 5 Apr. 2026
This empire is manifesting in different ways.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, essential tremors surface when people are trying to put their hands to use, manifesting when people eat, drink, write — or use their phones.
—Adam Cohen, Oklahoman, 24 Mar. 2026
To be manifesting it, as the kids say.
—Caleb Crain, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
Boot maker Tecovas may be manifesting its destiny into a bigger Stockyards location.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for manifesting
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The glasses' interface is simple, built around a multi-tab dashboard screen for displaying information and a pop-up menu that provides access to the active features.—
Will Greenwald,
PC Magazine,
9 Apr. 2026
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South Korean media reported the projectile, also likely a ballistic missile, disappeared from South Korean military radars after displaying an abnormal development in the initial launch stage.—
Hyung-Jin Kim,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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The winners — an individual and an organization in each category — stand out among hundreds of nominees selected for embodying one or more of the FECK principles.—
Darcel Rockett,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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What goes into embodying that for you?—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Apr. 2026
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On Thursday, April 16, The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants star, 42, shared a glowing photo of herself to Instagram alongside a reflective caption revealing how her comedian husband, 62, empowered her to feel more confident.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
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Those final hours of the season when the night-shift staff arrives always feel like a gust of fresh air blowing into the ED, revealing unexpected contours of certain characters and new dynamics.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
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Beltran said expressing those emotions can bring people together.—
Edie Kasten,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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This includes Tallent, who looked in the mirror and smiled with tears in her eyes, expressing her gratitude.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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Though the arrest took place in 2023, the case faced new scrutiny in March after a video of the altercation — showing her yelling, putting Mortensen in a headlock and throwing chairs at him while a child could be heard crying — was published by TMZ.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
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Social media users speculated that the tour’s cancellation was due to low ticket sales, with Ticketmaster seating charts in some stadiums showing very few seats sold.—
Katie Simons,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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Damas says a printed scarf is one style hack worth incorporating this season.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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But this new term elevates it, incorporating an aesthetic and lifestyle into the overall vibe.—
Sari Hitchins,
Parents,
11 Apr. 2026
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Throughout her career, Chinese artist Cao Fei has explored every aspect of our world, demonstrating great versatility and insight in her use of a broad range of technologies and languages.—
Miuccia Prada,
Time,
15 Apr. 2026
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At least six other Department of Aviation workers were investigated for spending hours idling on the job, demonstrating incompetence, stealing city property, and lying during the investigation.—
Chris Tye,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Manifesting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manifesting. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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