1
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
In Sunday’s Women’s Super League (WSL) match — the third of four back-to-back meetings between the teams across three competitions — the midfielder embodied that desire with a 91st-minute goal that sealed Chelsea’s 2-1 victory and put the league title that much more in hand.
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Charlotte Harpur, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
So how can an airport embody a concept like mindfulness?
—Lilit Marcus, CNN, 14 Mar. 2025
Our first two cars, the Speedster and Roadster, embody everything a modern driver’s car should be: agile, balanced, electric, and exhilarating.
—New Atlas, 14 Mar. 2025
No visit to Seoul is complete without diving into its culinary culture, and nothing embodies Korean cuisine more than kimchi.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
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Charlotte Harpur, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
So how can an airport embody a concept like mindfulness?
—Lilit Marcus, CNN, 14 Mar. 2025
Our first two cars, the Speedster and Roadster, embody everything a modern driver’s car should be: agile, balanced, electric, and exhilarating.
—New Atlas, 14 Mar. 2025
No visit to Seoul is complete without diving into its culinary culture, and nothing embodies Korean cuisine more than kimchi.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
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While the material isn’t new to the design world—it’s been integrated into interiors for thousands of years—its popularity hasn’t waned, especially in recent decades.—
Rachel Gallaher,
Robb Report,
23 Mar. 2025
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Spirits brands seamlessly integrate into music, fashion, sports, and pop culture.—
Noel Burgess,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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At its conclusion, the foreign ministers issued a joint statement expressing their vision on several important matters, including Ukraine, the Middle East, Asia and the Indo-Pacific, Haiti, and Venezuela, among others.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
18 Mar. 2025
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And right on the queue, commenters expressed their outrage at her admission.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
18 Mar. 2025
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From upscale eateries to casual cafés, most London restaurants offer an array of vegan menus either separate or incorporated into the main menu.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Each property owner’s relief is based on a formula that incorporates the value of their home, the Idaho Statesman previously reported.—
Carolyn Komatsoulis,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Mar. 2025
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Moncler’s recent Alpine extravaganza exemplifies how brands are creating immersive experiences to connect with audiences, while houses like Hermès and Bottega Veneta chose to maintain a firm focus on quiet craftsmanship that speaks through material innovation and technique.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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His work exemplifies how professional translation infrastructure supports the global expansion of Chinese web novels.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2025
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Yet Ono’s appeal, in my mind at least, lies precisely in her resistance to relatability: her fiery refusal to assimilate and adhere to conventions.—
Beatrice Loayza,
ARTnews.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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The pair helped out the coaching staff with insights this season and helped younger players assimilate.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
24 Mar. 2025
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One example was about transnational identity and how the game of domino symbolizes that.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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Rubber plants symbolize abundance and bring a sense of compassion to a family room.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Mar. 2025
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This philosophy manifests in countless small but meaningful ways throughout the beautiful resort.—
Melissa Noel,
Essence,
21 Mar. 2025
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The price for this is around $100, but the same producer’s Yellow Label is selling for half that price and manifests the label’s signature style of ripe fruit and toastiness.—
John Mariani,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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This image epitomizes the best of college basketball.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Mar. 2025
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In Perrin's wake was an instantly iconic reality TV moment that epitomized the kind of red-hot rage networks exploited across early-aughts reality shows.—
Joey Nolfi,
EW.com,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Embody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embody. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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