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as in summary
a short statement of the main points
the golden rule is often cited as the epitome of moral conduct: "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you"
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as in manifestation
a visible representation of something abstract (as a quality)
the prestigious prep school prides itself on being widely regarded as the epitome of tradition and old-fashioned values in his finely tailored suit, he was the very epitome of style and sophistication
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as in classic
the most perfect type or example
Mahatma Gandhi is often cited as the epitome of resolute reformer who uses nonviolence to bring about social and political change
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Recent Examples of epitome
Standout moments included Tom Ford’s striking blue leather shirt in look 27; the rich tonal head-to-toe looks at Gabriela Hearst, and Givenchy’s luxurious high-necked drape dresses, which were the epitome of elegance.
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Rhonda Richford, WWD, 12 Mar. 2025
Diana was and is and will always be the epitome of a woman that all little girls look up to.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 6 Mar. 2025
Channel your inner Nancy Meyers for a cozy kitchen that feels both nostalgic and on-trend.
'90s kitchens were the epitome of cozy warmth and charming style.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2025
Art Deco Glamour Emerging in the 1920s, Art Deco is the epitome of bold luxury.
—Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2025
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Rhonda Richford, WWD, 12 Mar. 2025
Diana was and is and will always be the epitome of a woman that all little girls look up to.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 6 Mar. 2025
Channel your inner Nancy Meyers for a cozy kitchen that feels both nostalgic and on-trend.
'90s kitchens were the epitome of cozy warmth and charming style.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2025
Art Deco Glamour Emerging in the 1920s, Art Deco is the epitome of bold luxury.
—Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for epitome
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Los Angeles City Attorney’s office spokesman Ivor Pine said Urías was placed on 36 months of summary probation and ordered to complete 30 days of community labor.—
Jackson Thompson,
Fox News,
21 Mar. 2025
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Document Decisions: After each meeting, send out a summary of key decisions and action items.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Multi-day vacations remained out of reach for most working people, and many of them resented the upper classes’ summering as a manifestation of inequality.—
Livia Gershon,
JSTOR Daily,
23 Mar. 2025
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Rhetorical and physical manifestations of antisemitism are directed toward Jewish or non-Jewish individuals and/or their property, toward Jewish community institutions and religious facilities.—
Rachel Wolf,
Fox News,
22 Mar. 2025
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Sip on the Pineapple Suite, a tropical nod to Season 1; The Lotus, a sophisticated tribute to Taormina’s allure; Coconut Paradise, a taste of Koh Samui’s dreamy shores; or The White Lotus Gimlet, an elevated take on a classic with coconut lotus syrup.—
Jenn Rice,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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This will be the first time Alinea has popped up in New York City, and the dinner will be a mix of the restaurant’s enduring classics from its two-decade history (expect some food that floats) and new experiences created specifically for the Olmsted space.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
17 Mar. 2025
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Rabelais points out that there are oddities in the world that cannot fit into any classification scheme, more things in our heaven and earth than are dreamt of in either the medieval pretensions of the summa or the ambitious early modern bibliographic machines.—
Brendan Fitzgerald,
Longreads,
27 Dec. 2024
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The stage was set for the Fourth, whose five movements add up to a summa of Bartók’s art, by turns tenaciously labored, sinuously swirling, nocturnally eerie, pizzicato-punchy, and flat-out wild.—
Alex Ross,
The New Yorker,
25 Mar. 2024
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That figure is more than in the previous incarnation.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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My favorite story in the book is about the contemporary Chicago incarnation (which gets addressed briefly, as an addendum to the traveling festival).—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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With her hair slicked back, fresh, glassy cheeks were the ideal plus one.—
Akili King,
Essence,
26 Mar. 2025
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The big picture: The 1920s brought a redefinition in women's roles and ideals, from social mores to fashion.—
Erin Alberty,
Axios,
24 Mar. 2025
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The creamy texture of the crayon prevents the pencil tip from dragging or pulling at the skin, while its high color-payoff leaves behind a fine outline in either Black, Brown or Burgundy.—
Jessica Ourisman,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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For a full breakdown of the registration process, refer to the outline below: After reaching a sign-up landing page, make sure to input bonus code NEWSWEEK1500.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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Disney had that touch about sort of distilling it to the pure essence of something.—
Jim Ryan,
Forbes,
25 Mar. 2025
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In essence, Outie Mark was unknowingly contributing to the lab rat-like torture of his kidnapped wife on the testing floor.—
Brian Davids,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Mar. 2025
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“Epitome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/epitome. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.
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