as in to embody
to represent in visible form
through her many good works she just personifies the spirit of charity
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Recent Examples of personify
On that occasion, deprived of racing in the Olympics but not of his morality, Vladyslav Heraskevych personified the exact principles the Olympic movement pretends to defend.
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Ihor N. Stelmach, Hartford Courant, 18 Feb. 2026
The clothes personified the luxurious ease and glamour of the season.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Ventura personified the toughness of that 2015 team that won the World Series.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 17 Feb. 2026
Hudson received the Spotlight Award, which honors an actor whose talent and career personify an enduring commitment to excellence, including a special awareness of the role and importance of costume design.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
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Ihor N. Stelmach, Hartford Courant, 18 Feb. 2026
The clothes personified the luxurious ease and glamour of the season.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Ventura personified the toughness of that 2015 team that won the World Series.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 17 Feb. 2026
Hudson received the Spotlight Award, which honors an actor whose talent and career personify an enduring commitment to excellence, including a special awareness of the role and importance of costume design.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for personify
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Nestled away in the Sierra de Tramuntana mountains, this 19th-century estate embodies countryside calm.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
18 Mar. 2026
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Few players embody those qualities better than Timber.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
17 Mar. 2026
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The material splendor and virtuosic craftsmanship of these gifts expressed both political power and Christian devotion.—
Sarah Kozlowski,
Dallas Morning News,
21 Mar. 2026
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While the bill is largely supported by House and Senate members, some have expressed concerns about the prospect of having armed guards with no training acting as a security guard.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
21 Mar. 2026
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Treatments, including massages and anti-aging therapies, incorporate skincare by Santa Maria Novella, the historic Florentine apothecary.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Mar. 2026
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To ensure safety during outdoor work, adhere to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)'s recommendations by incorporating regular rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Personify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/personify. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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