as in to embody
to represent in visible form in the character of the good-hearted, virtuous seaman, the author has personalized the concept of perfect innocence

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Recent Examples of personalize The threat to Vikram personalizes the fight between Rea and Ananya, turning it into a race to save not only a life but the future of Charandaspur and possibly the world. Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 25 July 2025 Collectors flood social media to share haul videos, showcase rare finds, swap trade tips and even create custom outfits and dioramas to personalize their Labubus. Jordan Greene, People.com, 24 July 2025 The network's three core models are personalized learning, talent development and community power. Mia Thurow, jsonline.com, 24 July 2025 Leave the shell magnets plain or use paint, decoupaged napkins, and appliqués like jewels and pearls to make personalize them. Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for personalize
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  • Van Persie’s bright but brief flame at United embodies the tension between short-term success and sustainable long-term performance that is at the heart of all transfer decisions.
    Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 24 July 2025
  • Margaret Qualley is used to embodying larger than life characters on screen.
    Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 24 July 2025
Verb
  • A number of prominent politicians of both parties have expressed grief over the incident.
    Chad de Guzman, Time, 29 July 2025
  • There are numerous ways to show your gratitude, but one of the most memorable ways to express it is in person.
    Colleen Batchelder, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
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  • The new school will incorporate part of the existing school into its design.
    Alec Johnson, jsonline.com, 26 July 2025
  • For companies exploring how to incorporate AI into their ESG strategies, some lessons can be learned from IKEA’s approach.
    Oludolapo Makinde, Forbes.com, 26 July 2025
Verb
  • Barrel aged wines tend to be fuller bodied on the palate as well.
    Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 12 June 2025
  • Soccer is a surprisingly physical game that involves a good deal of bodying one’s opponent — tackling, in soccer-speak.
    J.T. Barbarese, New York Daily News, 27 May 2025
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  • What the duck tells us is more than the story of a cartoon character that has come to symbolize the company.
    Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
  • Chachi Arcola Aries, the cardinal Fire sign and symbolized by the ram, knows how to make an impact.
    Skyler Caruso, People.com, 19 July 2025

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“Personalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/personalize. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.

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