personifying

present participle of personify

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of personifying But the study warned of the dangers of personifying these AI tools and treating them as one would a human employees. Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 28 May 2026 In the 20th century, the scientific community and environmental activists adopted the term Gaia – the Greek goddess personifying the Earth, the mother of all deities – to reflect the notion of the Earth as a living system. Melinda Laituri, The Conversation, 4 Feb. 2026 Because Connor and Hudson are personifying these beloved characters, the fans also get attached to seeing them as their characters. José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 27 Jan. 2026 By personifying the ball as a sidekick, children are invited to practice ball control while also developing empathy and responsibility. Matt Emma, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025 Her leadership approach offers small business owners a clear model for how personifying a company strengthens teams, builds resilience, and ensures longevity beyond the founder. Dan Ringo, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025 Several students said Christian helped them in the classroom and in life, personifying how a person with a disability can thrive. Beth Warren, Nashville Tennessean, 19 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for personifying
Verb
  • When reflecting on the 30th anniversary of the 1996 film directed by Mary Harron, Taylor, 59, spoke with Interview Magazine about embodying the complicated woman who attempted to kill Andy Warhol.
    Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Herrera proactively trains staff for potential immigration enforcement, creating vital protocols due to a lack of external business guidance, embodying a steadfast commitment to protecting its community.
    Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Coursera founder Daphne Koller shared her early fascination with programming and mathematical models, expressing hope that AI can be deployed ethically to create a better, more egalitarian world.
    John Werner, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • There was a diversity of perspectives at the table, with some expressing deep concern about AI while others saw it as a tool.
    Diane Brady, Fortune, 29 July 2026
Verb
  • Ransomware and extortion have evolved into comprehensive ecosystems, incorporating elements such as affiliate programs, subscription services, and encrypted money laundering.
    Chuck Brooks, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
  • To kickstart sweet, barrier-supporting dreams, try incorporating a magnesium supplement into your nightly routine, or use a topical form of the mineral, which is thought to promote more restful sleep.
    Jenny Berg, Vogue, 31 July 2026

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“Personifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/personifying. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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