incorporates

verb

present tense third-person singular of incorporate
1
as in integrates
to make a part of a body or system astronomers had to incorporate the existence of Pluto into their scheme of the solar system after the dwarf planet was discovered

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2
as in combines
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout incorporated all the ingredients for the cheesecake mixture

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as in embodies
to represent in visible form the one-of-a-kind house incorporates the architect's fundamental belief that a structure should be fully integrated into its setting

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Recent Examples of incorporates The cover also incorporates more than 10,000 micropores per square centimeter, designed to help heat and moisture escape. — New Atlas, 24 Aug. 2026 While Pilates focuses on core stability; posture; and gentle, low-impact movements, STRONG incorporates HIIT intervals between Pilates movements to raise your heart rate and burn calories. — Maggie Donahue, HEALTH, 24 Aug. 2026 In addition to protecting the warhead, the reentry body incorporates essential non-nuclear control, arming, fuzing, and firing components. — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 23 Aug. 2026 In all, the star would devote a baker’s dozen of tunes on the 32-song setlist to this upbeat tropical music gem, which incorporates reggaeton, Latin pop, cumbia, salsa, vallenato and more. — Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 22 Aug. 2026 Crosley has a new all-in-one offering called the Luminate Record Player that incorporates this glowing LED effect. — Brad Moon, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026 Its range leans in a bolder direction, from floral motifs to more Deco-style designs like the MetroChic collection which incorporates geometric black-and-gold details. — Angela Tafoya, Architectural Digest, 21 Aug. 2026 The 3,644 -square-foot space will have room for 120 diners, including patio seating, and a beverage program that incorporates classic cocktails and approachable wines. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 19 Aug. 2026 Dopamine Chamber incorporates cold synthesizers, marching drums, samples and triggers, with several songs containing no guitars at all. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 18 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for incorporates
  1. integrates
  2. combines
  3. embodies
  4. assimilates
  5. mixes
  6. expresses
  7. merges
  8. blends
Verb
  • On the downside, the factory camper van lacks the fridge, sink system and cooking equipment that Ququq integrates into its all-in-one camper system.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Once the firm completes the second modular part and integrates the two units, the crane will reach its full 14,000-ton lifting capacity.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026
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  • All-wing approach The Z4 replaces much of the traditional tube-and-wing layout with a broad airframe that combines the fuselage and lifting surfaces.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Part ballerina, part pump, the style combines the gamine energy of your favorite flats with the limb-elongating power of a classic heel.
    — Christina Holevas, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of combines
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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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  • His ashen skin is snaked with circuitry, his voice flattened into the cold register of the Borg, a cybernetic collective that assimilates entire civilizations and reshapes them in its own image.
    — JP Mangalindan, Time, 5 Apr. 2026
Definition of assimilates
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  • The bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, is prevalent in coastal waters, including brackish water where fresh water mixes with salty water.
    — Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 26 Aug. 2026
  • First, the plume dilutes as cleaner background air mixes into it.
    — Michael A. Robinson, The Conversation, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of mixes
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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
Definition of expresses
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  • Valladares is also developing a FMV horror game via his Vallastudio Films that merges analog filmmaking with interactive storytelling.
    — Ed Meza, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The partnership with Hispanic Executive merges media and events, creating a powerful ecosystem to inform and empower Latino executives and entrepreneurs.
    — Isaac Mizrahi, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of merges
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  • The track, which blends smooth R&B vocals with contemporary pop production, came almost a decade after bits of the song first leaked on social media.
    — Caché McClay, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Food and drink Open-air restaurant Glow is fronted by an infinity pool that blends perfectly with the Indian Ocean.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of blends

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“Incorporates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incorporates. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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