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as in to integrate
to make a part of a body or system
they must embody their ideas in substantial institutions if they are to survive
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as in to express
to represent in visible form
George Washington embodied so many of the virtues that Americans hold dear
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Recent Examples of embody
Kunda’s personal style embodies a balance between feminine and masculine energies.
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Greg Emmanuel, Essence, 21 Dec. 2024
The game has come to embody the spirit of the armed forces; the Black Knights come from the United States Military Academy at West Point and the Midshipmen are from the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis.
—Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
Buendia arguably embodied that school of thought more than any other.
—Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
With an emphasis on minimalism, functionality, and natural materials, interiors that embody these sensibilities—simply put—feel good to spend time in.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
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Greg Emmanuel, Essence, 21 Dec. 2024
The game has come to embody the spirit of the armed forces; the Black Knights come from the United States Military Academy at West Point and the Midshipmen are from the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis.
—Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
Buendia arguably embodied that school of thought more than any other.
—Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
With an emphasis on minimalism, functionality, and natural materials, interiors that embody these sensibilities—simply put—feel good to spend time in.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
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The latter has been slowly integrated into the Premier League since Maurizio Sarri’s time at Chelsea, Tottenham under Antonio Conte and the most obvious example is Roberto De Zerbi’s Brighton & Hove Albion.Michael Cox, The Athletic, 25 Dec. 2024
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This trend of integrating pets into human social spheres has historical roots, dating back to ancient civilizations.Annemarie Dooling, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the views of TIME editors.Zachary Loeb / Made by History, TIME, 18 Dec. 2024
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Moustafa expressed concern over the lack of security at the grave sites, emphasizing the need to preserve them to safeguard critical evidence for future investigations.Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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To ensure your resume passes this initial hurdle, incorporate relevant keywords from the job description.Andrew Fennell, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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This recipe incorporates the flavors of citrus, pineapple, cherries, and coconut into one big- batch party staple.Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
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This kind of bidirectional flow of ideas and technology has been exemplified by other players.Zennon Kapron, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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This year’s recipients—from Miami, Akron, and Detroit—exemplify the creativity and innovation at the heart of the program.The Editors of ARTnews, ARTnews.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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The 16 is getting a lot better that way, but there's still a lot of information the pilot must assimilate.Jim Clash, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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At the same event, Biden designated a national monument at the former site of the Carlisle Industrial School, the first of several boarding schools where Native American children were taken in an attempt to forcibly assimilate them into American culture.Zack Budryk, The Hill, 13 Dec. 2024
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Catalonia’s Tourism Board says the log symbolizes the spirit of the forest, as well as protection and fertility, and helps to teach children patience.Chad de Guzman, TIME, 18 Dec. 2024
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The bright star at the apex symbolizes hope for the holiday.Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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The tradition calls for savoring this specific meal on December 31 as the pig represents luck—the animal’s forward motion, always led by their snout, is said to manifest good luck in the new year.Gia Yetikyel, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
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The other, which tends to manifest primarily in cattle, when passed on to humans produces symptoms resembling conjunctivitis.Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 20 Dec. 2024
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George Bailey, the film’s protagonist, epitomizes the human condition: his dissatisfaction stems from an unrelenting pursuit of unattainable aspirations—the next train whistle, boat horn, or airplane blast signaling an adventure that forever eludes him.Richard Menger MD MPA, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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That single possession epitomized why the Knicks are the clear winners of the blockbuster Towns-for-Randle (and Donte DiVincenzo) trade.Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Embody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embody. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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