1
as in to hug
to put one's arms around and press tightly
upon being finally reunited, the overjoyed father embraced his son
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as in to wrap
to surround or cover closely
the stone walls that embrace the monastery serve to symbolize its function as a retreat from an unquiet world
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as in to adopt
to take for one's own use (something originated by another)
rap music came to be embraced by people who were far removed from the places where it originated
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as in to welcome
to receive or accept gladly or readily
the exchange student was gratified to be so quickly embraced by people of the small rural community
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as in to include
to have as part of a whole
a course in social studies can embrace everything from sociology to civics and economics
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as in to surround
to form a circle around
a sleepy village embraced by low hills
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as in acceptance
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Recent Examples of embrace
Brent Lang, Variety, 17 July 2025
Russia has, as Russett foretold, been driven into China’s embrace, reversing the Sino-Soviet split of the Cold War.
—Samuel Moyn, Harpers Magazine, 16 July 2025
Aatish Taseer, Time, 15 July 2025
Homosexuals were embracing the binary, Katz argues, and moving closer to our contemporary separation of gender from sexuality.
—Julian Lucas, New Yorker, 15 July 2025
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Verb
The rapid sell-outs demonstrate a significant consumer embrace of Imax 70mm — a format that, even a decade ago, was only recognizable to hardcore cinephiles.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 17 July 2025
Russia has, as Russett foretold, been driven into China’s embrace, reversing the Sino-Soviet split of the Cold War.
—Samuel Moyn, Harpers Magazine, 16 July 2025
Noun
Yet my maternal grandparents embraced me and my mother soon after my father abandoned us.
—Aatish Taseer, Time, 15 July 2025
Homosexuals were embracing the binary, Katz argues, and moving closer to our contemporary separation of gender from sexuality.
—Julian Lucas, New Yorker, 15 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for embrace
Verb
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Mothers crying out loud for their children, and fathers hugging their children close to their chests.—
Troy Onyango,
Time,
24 July 2025
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In this sweet, candid moment, Lopez hugs her babies while backstage on the Marry Me set.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
24 July 2025
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As guests arrived, they were treated to tote bags filled with various goodies, including fresh baguettes wrapped in personalized tissue paper designed by Mariee Ami's vice president of graphic design, Mary Baugh, who was behind all of the wedding artwork.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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Open up the panels for a cooler, roomier feel, or layer in more blankets and wrap it up tight on chillier nights.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
25 July 2025
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That dog survived the shooting and was eventually adopted by MADACC staff.—
Drake Bentley,
jsonline.com,
27 July 2025
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Per his website, Judy is the daughter of Rosalind's late sister and was adopted by the Joel family.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
26 July 2025
Verb
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For example, 65% of workers would prefer AI to track their performance and 55% would welcome AI’s help to manage deadlines.—
Corinne Post,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Roger Stone, a longtime political ally of President Donald Trump, has welcomed reports that Ghislaine Maxwell might be willing to testify to Congress about her ties to Jeffrey Epstein.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
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What's included Digital plans Digital + Print Daily digital access Android and IOS apps Subscriber-exclusive content Digital subscription to share The eNewspaper — a digital replica of the print newspaper.—
Austin American Statesman,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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Penalties for breaking the rules include confiscation and further disciplinary action.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
25 July 2025
Verb
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The Willis Tower in Chicago surrounding by air pollution in July 2023.—
Matthew Robinson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
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Stephanie, the boys’ mom and Todd Sr.’s wife, is surrounded by baseball.—
Ronald Blum,
Baltimore Sun,
15 July 2025
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The release said Hon! Jr. is filled with humor, heart, and a memorable score and promises to entertain audiences of all ages with its wit, warmth, and message of acceptance.—
Pioneer Press,
Chicago Tribune,
19 July 2025
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Joseph continued building her career in payment acceptance, eventually got married, had three boys and moved to a startup in Atlanta.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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Japanese basketball stars are still struggling to find a foothold in the league.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Shops, restaurants and bars in downtown Hartford have, for decades, struggled to gain — and retain — a strong foothold.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
13 July 2025
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“Embrace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embrace. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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