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as in summarizing
to make into a short statement of the main points (as of a report)
his personal code of behavior on the playing field is epitomized by his favorite saying, "It's not whether you win or lose, it's how you play the game"
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as in embodying
to represent in visible form
the Parthenon in Athens epitomizes the ancient Greek ideal of architectural beauty
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Recent Examples of epitomizing
Universities, currently epitomizing the gerontocratic turn of American workplaces, could easily be transformed into models for dignified retirement once mandatory age limits are restored.
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Literary Hub,
18 June 2026
The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter's retro R&B sound broke new ground within the genre, epitomizing the sound of the mid-'90s, and serving as the backdrop to date nights around the country.
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Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
14 Oct. 2025
Every major event has a chair, which is to say, ideally, somebody whose life and accomplishments can work as a beacon epitomizing the tenets and raison d’etre of the event.
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Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
The center fielder wrapped up a 7-for-14, seven-RBI series at the plate, epitomizing the overall positive outlook of his team’s recent production.
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Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
21 Aug. 2025
Literary Hub,
18 June 2026
The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter's retro R&B sound broke new ground within the genre, epitomizing the sound of the mid-'90s, and serving as the backdrop to date nights around the country.
—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
14 Oct. 2025
Every major event has a chair, which is to say, ideally, somebody whose life and accomplishments can work as a beacon epitomizing the tenets and raison d’etre of the event.
—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
The center fielder wrapped up a 7-for-14, seven-RBI series at the plate, epitomizing the overall positive outlook of his team’s recent production.
—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for epitomizing
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Why Lawrence, Kansas ranks high The article goes into the history of Lawrence, summarizing the establishment of the town by abolitionists, political violence, and being a stop for the Underground Railroad.
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These tools may be useful for summarizing investment reports, organizing committee materials, comparing fees, drafting meeting notes or reviewing vendor materials.
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The difference, as researcher Amanda Arroyo has noted, is between performing body positivity and embodying it and daughters, even very young ones, are skilled at detecting the gap.
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Torch Song by Alison Saar was inspired by the Statue of Liberty but given a more Chicago flair by embodying the spirit of the city's blues heritage.
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The next step in the process involves the city drafting a redevelopment plan outlining development standards before holding public hearings and seeking additional approvals.
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While outlining his five-year military goals at February’s Workers’ Party congress, Kim also called for intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of underwater launches.
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The daycare later released a statement expressing condolences and pledging support for the family.
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But last month, Emma Reynolds, the environment secretary, wrote to Ofwat expressing concerns over the rescue package.
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“Epitomizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/epitomizing. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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