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embrace

[em-breys] / ɛmˈbreɪs /


NOUN
hug
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How could he embrace this stranger as his twin?

From Salon Jul. 18, 2026

While some tech professionals embrace the productivity benefits of constant recording, others warn the practice could stifle conversation.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 17, 2026

He’s a tall man with a deep voice, an easy laugh and a warm embrace.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 17, 2026

"This world is enormous, and I've been urging for years that London should embrace it. We should become a global trading centre for this stuff under proper regulation."

From BBC Jul. 13, 2026

Why would his own parents not want him to embrace his heritage?’

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day

Pentagon officials have said they want to reduce reliance on individual tech companies as the military embraces AI.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 17, 2026

“It is definitely a team that embraces their diverse backgrounds, and that’s quite meaningful, especially now,” said Al-Juburi, the son of Iraqi immigrants.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 4, 2026

Stokes remained composed after England's 160-run defeat, which confirms a 2-1 series loss, sharing embraces with his opposition and briefly waving to the crowd after his post-match interviews.

From BBC Jun. 29, 2026

A younger generation embraces the benefits of tax-free investment growth.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 14, 2026

When Auntie Nina comes in, she embraces Tūtū and gently kisses her cheek.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila

Croatia embraced the match in 2022 despite having gone one better in 2018 when they were runners-up to France - though Morocco head coach Walid Regragui described it as a "booby prize".

From BBC Jul. 18, 2026

What many of the new winners have in common: they’ve embraced a new model of investing.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 18, 2026

As they acclimate to rural life, they’re embraced by a community that takes care of each other and the world around them, including the kind, furry giant who Mei names Totoro.

From Salon Jul. 15, 2026

Leibovich wrote: “That was the race in which McCain claimed that he never embraced the ‘maverick’ label, and people were asking, ‘What happened to John McCain?’

From Slate Jul. 13, 2026

She spoke in anguish, but Jason rejoiced and raised her gently and embraced her, and promised her she would be his own wedded wife when once they were back in Greece.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton

His friends say Otero Alcantara is embracing his newfound freedom.

From Barron's Jul. 18, 2026

Batty says his team is embracing the task of hosting a challenging games in a changing city.

From BBC Jul. 16, 2026

And it’s hands down the most charming, innovative and warmly embracing new musical I’ve seen in the last year.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 15, 2026

I don’t recall the singalong from either the original production or its revival, but it’s emblematic of this version’s more loose, embracing style.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 14, 2026

Before I scrambled down, unused rifle on my back, I sought out Rose, spying her and Wab embracing in the dirt expanse between the woods and the road.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline




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