as in to embody
to represent in visible form in the character of the good-hearted, virtuous seaman, the author has personalized the concept of perfect innocence

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Recent Examples of personalize And like the set on a long-running Broadway show, the actors have started to personalize their spaces on The Pitt. Bethy Squires, Vulture, 13 Feb. 2025 Wall decor is one of the best ways to personalize your home and add character to the space, which is where framing items that are meaningful to you comes in. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Feb. 2025 What makes a stash box especially great for Valentine’s Day is the ability to personalize it with your partner’s name, initials, or a cute message. Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2025 By personalizing Israel’s occupation of the West Bank, the filmmakers tell a story of two likable, passionate activists. Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for personalize
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  • These leadership roles embody his dedication to knowledge sharing within the industry.
    Jason Phillips, USA TODAY, 19 Feb. 2025
  • In fact, Saira’s ongoing battle with anxiety is one of the film’s strengths, using the unlimited scope of animation to embody mental illness in a very physical and relatable way.
    David Opie, IndieWire, 18 Feb. 2025
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  • Shoppers, residents and employees of the upscale outdoor mall said the fatal attack has prompted some safety concerns but largely expressed confidence in Santana Row’s safety.
    Caelyn Pender, The Mercury News, 22 Feb. 2025
  • White House officials have expressed frustration with the pace of deportations of people in the country illegally.
    DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS, arkansasonline.com, 22 Feb. 2025
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  • For instance: increasing your repetitions, incorporating tools like exercise bands or finding increasingly harder versions of your exercises, like putting your legs on a chair to make a push-up more difficult.
    Christie Aschwanden, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
  • Creaming the butter helps incorporate air into the batter, for a fluffier product.
    Amanda Holstein, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2025

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“Personalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/personalize. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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