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as in includes
to have as part of a whole
the contract contains several new clauses
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as in comprises
to be made up of
the recipe contains several parts
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as in composes
to gain emotional or mental control of
could hardly contain herself when she heard that she had won the scholarship
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as in regulates
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
frantic efforts to contain the spread of the disease
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Recent Examples of contains
This article contains spoilers from House of the Dragon season 3, episode 2.
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Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 June 2026
Their newsletter contains so much encyclopedic data about the podcasting industry.
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Frank Racioppi,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
This change can occasionally feel uncomfortable or unfamiliar, especially if the supplement contains high doses.
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Sara Hoffman,
Verywell Health,
29 June 2026
Yerba Mate Tea Yerba mate is a tea traditionally from South America that contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds that may help lower inflammatory markers associated with certain types of arthritis, or inflammation and pain of the joint.
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Caitlin Beale,
Health,
29 June 2026
The exhibit contains artifacts from Arkansas history and represents multiple areas of the state's past, according to the webpage.
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Jesse Cain,
Arkansas Online,
29 June 2026
This story contains details about the Season 4 finale of MGM+’s FROM.
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Scott Shilstone,
Deadline,
29 June 2026
On the pitching front, Michael King, Adrian Morejon and Jason Adam can all become free agents this winter, leaving behind a light farm system that contains few big-league-ready arms.
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Dennis Lin,
New York Times,
29 June 2026
Overall, this pack contains 5 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber.
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Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
28 June 2026
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 June 2026
Their newsletter contains so much encyclopedic data about the podcasting industry.
—
Frank Racioppi,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
This change can occasionally feel uncomfortable or unfamiliar, especially if the supplement contains high doses.
—
Sara Hoffman,
Verywell Health,
29 June 2026
Yerba Mate Tea Yerba mate is a tea traditionally from South America that contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds that may help lower inflammatory markers associated with certain types of arthritis, or inflammation and pain of the joint.
—
Caitlin Beale,
Health,
29 June 2026
The exhibit contains artifacts from Arkansas history and represents multiple areas of the state's past, according to the webpage.
—
Jesse Cain,
Arkansas Online,
29 June 2026
This story contains details about the Season 4 finale of MGM+’s FROM.
—
Scott Shilstone,
Deadline,
29 June 2026
On the pitching front, Michael King, Adrian Morejon and Jason Adam can all become free agents this winter, leaving behind a light farm system that contains few big-league-ready arms.
—
Dennis Lin,
New York Times,
29 June 2026
Overall, this pack contains 5 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber.
—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
28 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contains
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The self-image of a predominantly Anglo civilization on the far side of the world—a distant, lucky country insulated from global conflict—no longer holds.
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Each carafe holds 35 ounces and features a narrow neck for easier pouring.
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Don’t miss the park’s Canopy Walkway, which includes a 100-foot expanse suspended 25 feet in the air that travels through the treetops and a 74-foot tower that offers a literal bird’s-eye view of the expansive park.
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Each invite reportedly includes a unque watermark so the famous couple will know if anyone leaks information about their nuptials on social media.
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At present, the firm’s fleet comprises 13 trains, each of which has a capacity for 400 passengers.
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Its new home comprises 11,000 square feet; its current East Village space is 7,000 square feet.
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Agent authority composes dynamically.
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Each night, the chef composes a refined tasting menu, featuring two appetizers, a choice of two entrées, and a dessert.
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The Federal Aviation Administration regulates the airspace, and drone owners are responsible for knowing and abiding by those restrictions.
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The Clean Air Act is the federal law that regulates air emissions from stationary and mobile sources and governs air pollution.
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Beyond the projector highlight, this phone boasts some unusually serious hardware.
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But some spots have better conditions than others, and a new ranking shows Tunisia boasts some of the best.
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Spanning the southeastern coast of Mississippi and into the panhandle of Florida, the Gulf Islands National Seashore encompasses both parts of the mainland as well as the islands.
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Mental health encompasses more than just loneliness, including stress, anxiety and work-life balance.
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Mayo calms some of the acidity, as does the egg, which also adds a soft, creamy texture.
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Clear your workspace before the big call, because simple structure turns care into outcomes others can see and calms jitters.
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“Contains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contains. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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