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as in contained
to have as part of a whole
the college application included some thought-provoking essay questions
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as in housed
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers
that inextinguishable spark of liberty that is included within every human being
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Recent Examples of included
There are several plot holes, extra scenes clearly included just to boost Sheridan's ego, and the dialogue has become overly preachy and didactic—almost as annoying as Aaron Sorkin's mini-sermons in later seasons of The West Wing, which is saying something.
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Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
That dock funding was included in Mayor Cavalier Johnson's 2025 budget approved by the council.
—Tom Daykin, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
In the past these have included a coat, bucket hat or shoes.
—Jordan Greene, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
This approach ensures employees feel included in the process, reducing fear and building trust.
—Kolawole Samuel Adebayo, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
That provision was included in the final motion approved during a full council vote Wednesday.
—Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
Peter Ferry was passionately an author and teacher, inspiring decades of students in his English and writing classes at Lake Forest High School, a youthful crowd of many thousands that included such later famous people as actor Vince Vaughn and author Dave Eggers.
—Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
His time with Villa included the drop into the Championship and then an incredible return to European football.
—Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Founder Margiela retired in 2009, and the label was run by an anonymous team (one that for a time included Bottega Veneta creative director Matthieu Blazy) until Galliano’s appointment.
—Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
That dock funding was included in Mayor Cavalier Johnson's 2025 budget approved by the council.
—Tom Daykin, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
In the past these have included a coat, bucket hat or shoes.
—Jordan Greene, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
This approach ensures employees feel included in the process, reducing fear and building trust.
—Kolawole Samuel Adebayo, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
That provision was included in the final motion approved during a full council vote Wednesday.
—Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
Peter Ferry was passionately an author and teacher, inspiring decades of students in his English and writing classes at Lake Forest High School, a youthful crowd of many thousands that included such later famous people as actor Vince Vaughn and author Dave Eggers.
—Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
His time with Villa included the drop into the Championship and then an incredible return to European football.
—Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Founder Margiela retired in 2009, and the label was run by an anonymous team (one that for a time included Bottega Veneta creative director Matthieu Blazy) until Galliano’s appointment.
—Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for included
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Some of the genetic samples from the patient contained gene mutations that might help H5N1 infect people more easily.Sheryl Gay Stolberg, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
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The tea bags studied by the Barcelona scientists contained polypropylene, cellulose and nylon, but there are many tea bags in stores which are plastic free.Hatty Willmoth, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
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The relocation of Thames Distillers, now housed within the same building as the new bar, also marks a new phase for the joint venture.Rachel King, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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Learn about Jerome’s mining past at this museum housed in a former home of the town's copper kings.Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 3 Jan. 2025
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Holland’s procurement method involved offering AHL deals with a chance for an NHL contract if things worked out.Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
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The two notable changes to the starting group on Saturday involved Rozier and Jovic.Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 5 Jan. 2025
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Think tender, aromatic vegetables enclosed in cheesy layers with a jammy, flavorful tomato sauce.Amanda Holstein, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
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The exterior of the Hudson's tower is now mostly, although not entirely, enclosed with glass.JC Reindl, Detroit Free Press, 20 Dec. 2024
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Only a month ago, Santa Ana winds spurred the Franklin Fire in Malibu in December that quickly encompassed thousands of acres and endangered countless homes.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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All five films have been Oscar shortlisted in the sound category, which since 2021 has encompassed both sound editing and mixing.Brande Victorian, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Jan. 2025
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The butterflies also carried two types of pollen on their bodies, both from plant species found only in Africa.Danielle Hall, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
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Best Carry-on Backpacks There's perhaps no more plane-friendly bag than a backpack, which is easily carried, easily taken off, easily placed under a seat, and easily packed with all your belongings.Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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Chelsea’s head coach raised both hands above his head in sustained applause as Cole Palmer, having sized up ambitious passes through to Nicolas Jackson or Pedro Neto ahead of him but surrounded by Fulham bodies, instead opted to turn away and pass backwards, consolidating possession.Liam Twomey, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
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His family said in an obituary that Meek died surrounded by family and friends.Phil Helsel, NBC News, 27 Dec. 2024
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