epitomizes

verb

present tense third-person singular of epitomize
1
as in summarizes
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 embodies
to represent in visible form the Parthenon in Athens epitomizes the ancient Greek ideal of architectural beauty

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Recent Examples of epitomizes The Bugatti Type 57 epitomizes that aesthetic power, exemplified by a low-slung body defined by voluptuous curves. — Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2026 Built in 1836—predating Newport’s famous Gilded Age mansions—this 4,000-square-foot residence epitomizes old-school Americana. — Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026 The building’s Neo-Baroque exterior, which dates back to the early twentieth century, was preserved when the hotel opened in 2020, while the inside epitomizes Scandinavian style with its open and airy design. — Yerin Kim, InStyle, 27 July 2026 Beef epitomizes out-of-control grocery prices for many Americans. — ABC News, 25 July 2026 Pool, sauna, outdoor shower Set in the historic center of Marrakesh, this enchanting riad epitomizes Moroccan architecture with its vibrant tilework, stucco walls, and arches. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2026 Refreshingly cold, lemony, minty, and very easy to make, Porch Wine epitomizes summertime drinking. — Nicole Hopper, Southern Living, 24 June 2026 But Kiley’s own use of the tool epitomizes the potential for partisanship to limit it. — Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 16 June 2026 No player epitomizes the Mets’ season quite like Bichette. — Will Sammon, New York Times, 13 June 2026
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  1. summarizes
  2. embodies
  3. outlines
  4. expresses
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  • For the past two years, most of healthcare's AI conversation has centered on the co-pilot—a smart assistant that drafts a note, summarizes a chart or answers a question while a human stays firmly in the driver's seat.
    — Tammy Hawes, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • In many cases, user behavior may be influenced by whether a source is cited, if a brand is mentioned, or if an answer summarizes the topic accurately.
    — Matthew Kayser, IndyStar, 23 July 2026
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  • Mia Wasikowska perfectly embodies the role of Agata, a writer returning to her home continent, seeking to understand and reconnect with the wounds of the recent past, and with the ways in which unresolved conflicts continue to echo in the present.
    — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The mid-1980s saw the opening of Parton’s Dollywood, a theme park in rural Tennessee that embodies the spirit of the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee and still draws an average of 4 million visitors a year.
    — Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of embodies
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  • However, the order also outlines administrative steps that must occur first.
    — Deepa Shivaram, NPR, 27 Aug. 2026
  • The rewards Gates, ever the optimist, also outlines some major boons the technology holds.
    — Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026
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  • Linney’s Guardian tries to draw out some resentment from her new candidate, but John expresses (or feigns) sympathy for Hal, who was betrayed by his father figure Sinestro, an experience John likens to his own complicated upbringing.
    — Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Psalm 23, Biblical poem in the book of Psalms in the Hebrew Bible that expresses trust and confidence in God and his care.
    — Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 Aug. 2026
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“Epitomizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/epitomizes. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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