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typify

verb

Definition of typify

as in to exemplify

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Recent Examples of typify As such, the 43% ABV single malt demonstrates some of those dessert-like aromas and tonalities typifying the Solist series – though in a decidedly more delicate fashion. — Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 21 May 2026 The system, which serves 100,000 residents in Iowa City and its surrounding, mostly rural communities, typifies the challenges most libraries face. — Adeel Hassan, New York Times, 18 May 2026 Defying the odds Pavia typifies this larger, more varied group of players who have taken similar journeys. — Michael Marot, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026 As outlined by Serious Eats and Food and Wine, Indiana's version is typified by its simplicity, cost-effectiveness and the mass volume of black pepper featured. — Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 6 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for typify

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Putting Lee in motion is still one of the keys to unlocking the MU offense, as exemplified by his 32-yard score in the first quarter.

— PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 10 Oct. 2026
Some feel that they are expected to represent, exemplify, teach and do research with a focus on race and ethnic studies programs.

— Rodney Coates, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of exemplify

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That combination both literally and figuratively symbolizes how the program has risen.

— Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 11 Oct. 2026
From past to present On Friday, the event began with a procession symbolizing the ways the historic congregation has continued a multigenerational fight for education, faith and freedom.

— Nancy Jiang, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of symbolize

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More broadly, the expansion illustrates how advanced technology, industrial investment and acquisition reform are increasingly interconnected in modern defence planning.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026
However, its premise also illustrates the very ideological hypocrisy that has alienated much of the public from the press.

— Bobby Burack OutKick, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of illustrate

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This artisan spirit is well-embodied by the return of modern folk, a design philosophy rooted in craftsmanship.

— Hannah Coates, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2026
One of the benefits of going to college is to hear adults talk in new, unexpected ways, employing fresh language that embodies the quintessence of an idea or concept.

— David Shribman, Christian Science Monitor, 10 Oct. 2026

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