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This student's struggles epitomize the trouble with our schools.
his personal code of behavior on the playing field is epitomized by his favorite saying, “Nice guys finish last”
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This mellowness was epitomized by Rolex acting like good-old Rolex, releasing standard-issue models in standard colorways.
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Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 28 Dec. 2024
The player who sparked that incredible run also epitomizes it.
—Bruce Feldman, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
Old Hollywood Waves Lauren Bacall's deep part and polished waves epitomize Old Hollywood glamour.
—Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
Rickey epitomized speed, power and entertainment in setting the tone at the top of the lineup.
—Lucia Suarez Sang, CBS News, 21 Dec. 2024
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Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 28 Dec. 2024
The player who sparked that incredible run also epitomizes it.
—Bruce Feldman, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
Old Hollywood Waves Lauren Bacall's deep part and polished waves epitomize Old Hollywood glamour.
—Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
Rickey epitomized speed, power and entertainment in setting the tone at the top of the lineup.
—Lucia Suarez Sang, CBS News, 21 Dec. 2024
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“Epitomize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/epitomize. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.
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epitomize
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epit·o·mize
i-ˈpit-ə-ˌmīz 
epitomized; epitomizing
: to make or serve as an epitome of
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