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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2
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
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
Grieving is a deeply personal experience that manifests in different ways for everyone.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 22 May 2026
Advertisement Essential tremor manifests most obviously as shakiness in both hands and arms.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 7 May 2026
Nevertheless, results have not been good and Riera’s self-confidence — which often manifests in quite brash media appearances — has placed him in opposition to a culture that is more conservative by nature.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 3 May 2026
Best Concrete Dining Table Made from true concrete, this piece manifests in part Matisse, part cave painting.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 29 Apr. 2026
Lowery manifests that vision as a swirling tangle of red fabric that acquires an almost corporeal form, a mesmerizing jolt of color in the sumptuous darkness of DP Andrew Droz Palermo’s visuals (Rina Yang shot the concert scenes).
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 Apr. 2026
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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
Grieving is a deeply personal experience that manifests in different ways for everyone.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 22 May 2026
Advertisement Essential tremor manifests most obviously as shakiness in both hands and arms.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 7 May 2026
Nevertheless, results have not been good and Riera’s self-confidence — which often manifests in quite brash media appearances — has placed him in opposition to a culture that is more conservative by nature.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 3 May 2026
Best Concrete Dining Table Made from true concrete, this piece manifests in part Matisse, part cave painting.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 29 Apr. 2026
Lowery manifests that vision as a swirling tangle of red fabric that acquires an almost corporeal form, a mesmerizing jolt of color in the sumptuous darkness of DP Andrew Droz Palermo’s visuals (Rina Yang shot the concert scenes).
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for manifests
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Consumers want environments that actively support their health, wellbeing and longevity, the study reveals, leading to communities with preventative medicine facilities on site and personalized health protocols incorporated into the spaces.—
Jamie Gold,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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But in the front, a tie waist just barely reveals swim bottoms underneath, which provide ample coverage while walking around the pool or beach.—
Claire West,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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The Irish actor Andrew Scott deftly embodies James Stagg, the punctilious Scottish chief meteorologist.—
Daniel Jonah Wolpert,
NPR,
29 May 2026
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Developed more than a decade ago, the Xpandable™ line of high fashion rings, eternity rings and bracelets embodies proprietary PICCHIOTTI problem-solving technologies.—
Kyle Roderick,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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The tech contagion spread to stocks in Asia, dragging key indexes lower.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
5 June 2026
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In stock markets abroad, indexes rose in Europe following a weaker finish in Asia.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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This means that a small engine can handle immense power loads without generating wasteful heat.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
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Romance, steamy chemistry, and loads of pettiness — these are the staples of Love Island USA.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Not a dashboard that displays spend.—
Satyabrat Chowdhury,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Throughout the store, ovular product displays nod to the works of two of Eldridge’s favorites, Barbara Hepworth and Brâncuși.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
31 May 2026
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The successful bipartisan vote, while largely symbolic, sends a strong message to the administration and expresses the sentiment of the lower chamber.—
Lauren Peller,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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This article expresses the opinions of the author and is not to be taken as advice to purchase from or invest in the companies mentioned.—
Karl Freund,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Each year, the site’s experts release their official lists of the best beaches in the world—one of which focuses solely on the top 50 beaches in North America.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
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Chefs and pastry pros tend to look at grocery-store pints a little differently, judging everything from texture and butterfat content to ingredient lists.—
Stacey Lastoe,
Southern Living,
31 May 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 6 Jun. 2026.
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