as in incarnations
a visible representation of something abstract (as a quality)
a portrait of a mother and child that is regarded as the very manifestation of maternal love
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Recent Examples of manifestations
Dyslexia like any other complex entity has a continuum from mild to severe manifestations.
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Laura Cassidy, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
These things are — according to Torres’s theories — navy blue, and the threat of that color’s oppressive manifestations lurks in the show like an under-the-bed monster wearing a toupee and a bad suit.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2025
Cue the predictable spooky mayhem as everyone battles a series of evil manifestations, including dolls, that by now feel all too familiar in their jump scares.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
Spiritual practices, such as affirmations and manifestations, are commonly incorporated into wellness influencer’s approach to achieving a cleaner and healthier lifestyle.
—Taylor Crumpton, Time, 2 Sep. 2025
There have since been little public manifestations of those questioning Kim's authority.
—Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
The Machail yatra is a popular pilgrimage to the high altitude Himalayan shrine of Machail Mata, one of the manifestations of Goddess Durga, and pilgrims trek to the temple from Chasoti, where the road for vehicles ends.
—Sophia Saifi, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2025
The Machail Yatra is a popular pilgrimage to the high-altitude Himalayan shrine of Machail Mata, one of the manifestations of the Goddess Durga.
—Fayaz Bukhari, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2025
Also, while the immune protection was strong in the pancreatic islets, other autoimmune manifestations continued, which highlights the specificity of the protection but also potential gaps.
—New Atlas, 4 Aug. 2025
Laura Cassidy, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
These things are — according to Torres’s theories — navy blue, and the threat of that color’s oppressive manifestations lurks in the show like an under-the-bed monster wearing a toupee and a bad suit.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2025
Cue the predictable spooky mayhem as everyone battles a series of evil manifestations, including dolls, that by now feel all too familiar in their jump scares.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
Spiritual practices, such as affirmations and manifestations, are commonly incorporated into wellness influencer’s approach to achieving a cleaner and healthier lifestyle.
—Taylor Crumpton, Time, 2 Sep. 2025
There have since been little public manifestations of those questioning Kim's authority.
—Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
The Machail yatra is a popular pilgrimage to the high altitude Himalayan shrine of Machail Mata, one of the manifestations of Goddess Durga, and pilgrims trek to the temple from Chasoti, where the road for vehicles ends.
—Sophia Saifi, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2025
The Machail Yatra is a popular pilgrimage to the high-altitude Himalayan shrine of Machail Mata, one of the manifestations of the Goddess Durga.
—Fayaz Bukhari, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2025
Also, while the immune protection was strong in the pancreatic islets, other autoimmune manifestations continued, which highlights the specificity of the protection but also potential gaps.
—New Atlas, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for manifestations
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Harem or balloon pants seen in recent collections are a sophisticated evolution from their original bohemian incarnations, featuring cleaner lines, refined fabrics and streamlined silhouettes.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
13 Sep. 2025
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Fans of the songs from the Tambourine album may be pleasantly surprised to hear them in their early acoustic incarnations on Time and Patience.—
David Chiu,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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What To Know China's Chang Guang Satellite Technology shared images taken by its Jilin-1 satellites on September 8, showing a Maxar Technologies WorldView Legion 2 satellite.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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He was arrested following a 33-hour manhunt after his parents recognized surveillance images of the suspect released by police and convinced him, with the help of a family friend, to turn himself in.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
17 Sep. 2025
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This pivot marks a significant strategic realignment for QMMM, transitioning from its primary business in digital advertising, virtual avatars, and apparel technology into the unpredictable and rapidly changing crypto and AI sectors.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The Show 25, published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, took a more conservative approach to integrating college IP this year, adding eight schools that players can send their avatars to, including LSU, Texas and UCLA.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Opening in 1977, the legendary NYC club was the stomping grounds for the world’s most famous icons.—
Essence,
Essence,
12 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement Kirk’s path to national prominence was unlike that of other MAGA icons.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
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By the mid-20th century, abstracts had become ubiquitous in scholarly articles.—
Naomi S. Baron,
The Conversation,
13 Aug. 2025
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Meanwhile, the Enchanted glittered with edible pink shimmer dust, and bursting with fruity, botanical flavors – Grey Goose with watermelon basil essences, vermouth and basil.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Manifestations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manifestations. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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