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To clasp (someone or each other) in the arms with affection
“They would embrace each other tightly before saying goodbye.”
To grip or hold around tightly
“These cables often twist around the trunk nearest to them and embrace it tightly.”
To accept something willingly or gladly
“We must embrace technological advancements and use them to our advantage.”
To be made up or consist of
“The band's repertoire is known to embrace a variety of musical styles.”
To adopt as one's own (something originated by another)
“Professional dancers worldwide would begin to embrace elements of Bollywood into their routines.”
To form a ring or circle around
“The two arms of Lake Como in the foothills of the Alps embrace a strip of land where the village of Erba lies.”
To wrap or cover closely
“The safe bed is designed to embrace the baby inside, providing a sense of security.”
To enjoy or like something
To accept something willingly or gladly
To consider to be crucial or beneficial
To champion or endorse a cause
To twist together or round something else
Begin or start again
To accept something willingly or gladly
Conform, give in
To assimilate into a body, structure or system
To admit or welcome into a place or a group
To pick one option over another
To engage in sensuous caressing and touching
To adhere or stick firmly or closely to
To express approval or agreement
To hold in one's mind or imagination
To address or meet with expressions of friendliness or welcome
To convert or attempt to convert (someone) from one religion, belief, or opinion to another
To impute meaning that is not explicitly stated
An act of holding someone closely in one's arms
“I feel so cold and I long for your embrace.”
The action of kissing
The process or fact of being received as adequate, valid, or suitable
A person's loving care and protection
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