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embrace

Pronunciation: [ɪmˈbreɪs]

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Learn how to use embrace in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “relationship”

(verb) to hug someone tightly, showing love or support. When you embrace someone, you hold them in your arms to show that you care.

Example

After being apart for so long, they embraced happily when they met again.

Example

He didn't want to embrace his family's way of doing things because he preferred to do it his own way.

Example

Why do you think people embrace when they greet each other?

Context: “acceptance”

(verb) to accept an idea, belief, or change fully. When you embrace something new, you are willing to try it and be part of it.

Example

She embraced the new school because it offered many interesting activities.

Example

He was hesitant to embrace the changes at work, preferring the old methods instead.

Example

Are you ready to embrace the changes in our team?

Context: “relationship”

(noun) a hug or hold that shows love or affection. An embrace is a warm and caring way to connect with someone.

Example

Their embrace felt warm and comforting after a long day.

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The cold goodbye felt like a sharp contrast to the loving embrace they used to share.

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What does an embrace feel like after a long time apart?

How to pronounce embrace

Pronunciation: [ɪmˈbreɪs]

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