as in involves
to have as part of a whole
a lavish wedding entails extensive planning and often staggering expense
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Recent Examples of entails
Name and number customization entails a $35 upcharge.
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Kansas City Star, 11 Feb. 2026
The multivendor platform concept entails third-party sellers listing products on a retailer’s platform.
—Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
Braver Angels’ mission promotes a horizontal understanding of what citizenship entails, far more inclusive and generative than today’s narrow, vertical view of citizenship as legal status.
—Harry Boyte, Twin Cities, 8 Feb. 2026
As its patchwork alliance of former political prisoners engage in a debate over what to do with Rashid, each person reveals a different understanding of not just what justice entails, but also what the truth actually is.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 5 Feb. 2026
Usually that entails minor adjustments, like removing a tree that is too close to a road or a stripe that needs to be repainted, Echelle said.
—Barbara Hoberock, Oklahoma Voice, 4 Feb. 2026
Martin was also named pardon attorney — an advisory role to Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche that entails reviewing clemency applications and making recommendations.
—Sarah N. Lynch, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2026
The surgical procedure entails removing part of a cat's toes.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
However, Square Enix didn’t exactly say when the change will take place, or what the new version entails.
—George Yang, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Kansas City Star, 11 Feb. 2026
The multivendor platform concept entails third-party sellers listing products on a retailer’s platform.
—Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
Braver Angels’ mission promotes a horizontal understanding of what citizenship entails, far more inclusive and generative than today’s narrow, vertical view of citizenship as legal status.
—Harry Boyte, Twin Cities, 8 Feb. 2026
As its patchwork alliance of former political prisoners engage in a debate over what to do with Rashid, each person reveals a different understanding of not just what justice entails, but also what the truth actually is.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 5 Feb. 2026
Usually that entails minor adjustments, like removing a tree that is too close to a road or a stripe that needs to be repainted, Echelle said.
—Barbara Hoberock, Oklahoma Voice, 4 Feb. 2026
Martin was also named pardon attorney — an advisory role to Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche that entails reviewing clemency applications and making recommendations.
—Sarah N. Lynch, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2026
The surgical procedure entails removing part of a cat's toes.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
However, Square Enix didn’t exactly say when the change will take place, or what the new version entails.
—George Yang, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for entails
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The legislation also involves zoning.—
Zach Halaschak,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Feb. 2026
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That federal case involves Meta, TikTok, YouTube and Snap, and centers on allegations that the companies built defective apps that resulted in teens and children developing unhealthy and addictive behaviors.—
Jonathan Vanian,
CNBC,
9 Feb. 2026
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One project of the foundation includes artwork by children — usually in hospitals, refugee centers, orphanages and schools — incorporated into spacesuits produced by ILC Dover, an aerospace manufacturing company.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 Feb. 2026
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Each class includes lessons on holistic health, often paired with hands-on activities meant to reduce stress and encourage connection.—
Jamal Goss,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Kindergarten readiness encompasses the foundational skills necessary to engage in a more formal learning environment, said Ohio State University educational psychology professor Laura Justice.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Feb. 2026
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The supply plan encompasses multiple sub-brands, including Qiyuan, Deepal, Avatr, and Uni, thereby positioning the technology for broader adoption across various vehicle segments.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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China has laid out an ambitious lunar plan to land astronauts on the moon before 2030, targeting the south pole, which contains water ice and other resources critical for long-term lunar exploration and settlement.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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This all-important ingredient contains nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium (NPK), and promotes healthy, strong growth.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Entails.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entails. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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