as in to embody
to represent in visible form
an actress with an expressive face that wonderfully externalizes a wide range of emotions
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Recent Examples of externalize
The ecological catastrophes of unfettered industrial development demonstrate how markets, left to their own devices, routinely externalize costs onto society and future generations.
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David Faris, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
The shift toward internalizing change as opposed to externalizing it is a powerful one.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2025
Research shows that externalizing concerns can decrease nighttime rumination and prevent them from hijacking sleep.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 9 Feb. 2025
Star insomniacs, for there are such people, tend to feel free to externalize their own nightly odyssey.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 20 Jan. 2025
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David Faris, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
The shift toward internalizing change as opposed to externalizing it is a powerful one.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2025
Research shows that externalizing concerns can decrease nighttime rumination and prevent them from hijacking sleep.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 9 Feb. 2025
Star insomniacs, for there are such people, tend to feel free to externalize their own nightly odyssey.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 20 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for externalize
Verb
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This is embodied in Ted Danson’s character, Michael, a demon who starts out as an architect of eternal torture but undergoes a profound transformation.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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In some ways, this landscaping idea embodies a farm or agricultural setting where steel barns and tractors are common.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
18 Apr. 2025
Verb
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After catching wind of Rock’s new love interest, Saffold took to social media to weigh in on the pairing, beginning her comments with what some took as a hint of shade before appearing to express her approval of Rock dating Newton.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the views of TIME editors.—
Made by History,
Time,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The future of design incorporates old items, antiques, mixing them with new pieces and expanding palettes.—
Sydney Gore,
Architectural Digest,
6 Feb. 2025
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By utilizing a design approach that incorporates societal and cultural themes, McNeil’s projects are a beautiful medley of soulful modern interiors.—
Sydney Gore,
Architectural Digest,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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This can manifest as blame, sarcasm, eye rolls or silence, which are all forms of communication that may send unintended messages. When emotional safety is lacking, even routine conversations can feel charged.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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For the men, this effort manifests in a competition as old as time.—
Gabby Herzig,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Opposing teams have developed a habit of bodying her at the perimeter, trying to disarm her at the point of attack.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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Medium bodied with brilliant acidity folded around tropical flavors as well as candy cane.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Externalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/externalize. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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