as in to summarize
to make into a short statement of the main points (as of a report)
can you encapsulate the speech in about a paragraph?
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Recent Examples of encapsulate
Meanwhile, encapsulated retinol offers gentle resurfacing, leaving your skin smooth without irritation.
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2025
The mantra encapsulated the ideology of his church and his pastor.
—Guthrie Scrimgeour, Rolling Stone, 16 Mar. 2025
Pieces like The Gifts of Kings fabric and heirloom Merino wool garments are on display, encapsulating the maison‘s dedication to sourcing the finest materials.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2025
The supplement form—encapsulated, tablet, liquid, or patches—may affect how quickly the body breaks it down.
—Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 19 Mar. 2025
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2025
The mantra encapsulated the ideology of his church and his pastor.
—Guthrie Scrimgeour, Rolling Stone, 16 Mar. 2025
Pieces like The Gifts of Kings fabric and heirloom Merino wool garments are on display, encapsulating the maison‘s dedication to sourcing the finest materials.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2025
The supplement form—encapsulated, tablet, liquid, or patches—may affect how quickly the body breaks it down.
—Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 19 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for encapsulate
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“Encapsulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encapsulate. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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