1
as in reveals
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 embodies
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 manifests
Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 12 June 2026
In Disclosure Day, this manifests itself in a third act that at times feels like a cinematic therapy session, as the characters all converge toward the physical re-creation of a past Daniel and Margaret have forgotten.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 9 June 2026
In both species, what begins as a systemic hormonal problem manifests in the feet.
—Joshua Moen, STAT, 8 June 2026
His guilt manifests in kidnapping young women, removing their faces through surgery, and attempting to transplant them onto his daughter.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 5 June 2026
And Barker’s Gen Z sensibility manifests in other ways.
—Emma Stefansky, The Atlantic, 5 June 2026
The same problem manifests differently across sectors.
—Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Congo says over 100 cases have been confirmed Tracing and isolating Ebola contacts is seen as key to stopping the spread of the disease, which usually manifests as hemorrhagic fever.
—Rodney Muhumuza, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
Tracing and isolating Ebola contacts is seen as key to stopping the spread of the disease, which usually manifests as hemorrhagic fever.
—CBS News, 27 May 2026
Verb
That often manifests in opinions.
—Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 12 June 2026
In Disclosure Day, this manifests itself in a third act that at times feels like a cinematic therapy session, as the characters all converge toward the physical re-creation of a past Daniel and Margaret have forgotten.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 9 June 2026
In both species, what begins as a systemic hormonal problem manifests in the feet.
—Joshua Moen, STAT, 8 June 2026
His guilt manifests in kidnapping young women, removing their faces through surgery, and attempting to transplant them onto his daughter.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 5 June 2026
And Barker’s Gen Z sensibility manifests in other ways.
—Emma Stefansky, The Atlantic, 5 June 2026
The same problem manifests differently across sectors.
—Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Congo says over 100 cases have been confirmed Tracing and isolating Ebola contacts is seen as key to stopping the spread of the disease, which usually manifests as hemorrhagic fever.
—Rodney Muhumuza, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
Tracing and isolating Ebola contacts is seen as key to stopping the spread of the disease, which usually manifests as hemorrhagic fever.
—CBS News, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for manifests
Verb
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Unlike the novel, where Charlie confesses that truth to Sam, the series’ Charlie holds the secret until Percy reveals it to Sam.—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
13 June 2026
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The conversation reveals surprising similarities between the women, who have both endured personal loss, family turmoil and the pressures of running large ranching operations.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
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In many ways, Neymar embodies the vision Brazilian soccer first showcased to the world back in 1970.—
Emile Nuh,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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Bishop’s Head of School Ron Kim said Ariadne embodies the qualities of scholarship, leadership and humanity.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 June 2026
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In stock markets abroad, indexes were mixed across Europe and Asia.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
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Oil was trading below $80 per barrel and stock indexes were up, including the Dow Jones Industrial Average, which topped 52,000 for the first time June 16.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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As one of Montana’s longest standing dude ranches, the property is constantly reimagining through refined design, a wildly impressive staff, and heaps of annual events bringing loads of travelers, from local to first-time ranchers alike.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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At Cattlemen’s, still newish from its $3 million remodeling, the menu leads with a 2-pound porterhouse ($95) and loads of Western steakhouse character.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 June 2026
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In posters on classroom walls, the Standard Model displays 17 particles.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
15 June 2026
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Pinney’s bold and free conception of how a drama is constituted, and its inseparability from time and memory, displays a rare associative virtuosity.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
12 June 2026
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Kantor expresses an empathy for young people that the more callous of this year’s graduation speakers seemed to lack.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
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Potential for harm The executive order expresses concern about AI systems that can discover software vulnerabilities and write malicious code to exploit them.—
Anjana Susarla,
The Conversation,
12 June 2026
Noun
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In the face of difficult definition, one generates lists.—
Eugenie Brinkema,
ARTnews.com,
14 June 2026
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Restricting mail-in voting Trump has also issued an order that threatens states' control over voter lists and interferes with mail-in voting.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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Observable loadings have declined since the blockade, although the data can be difficult to interpret and often shows up on a delay.—
Anthony Di Paola,
Fortune,
2 May 2026
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Windward said more than two dozen tankers are confined west of Hormuz as of Wednesday, with the blockade cutting Iranian oil loadings and exports by more than half.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Manifests.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manifests. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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