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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
Project Cloud Nita Platform Sneakers The Nita has a platform that lifts you about two inches and contains a cushiony memory foam insole for your heels to sink into.
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Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
Angela has the nation’s largest indigenous seed bank, which contains hundreds, if not over a thousand, different seeds that have been donated by people.
—J.m. Banks, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2025
The following video contains graphic footage.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
However, applesauce still contains vitamins and is a helpful food for some people.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2025
In truth, our Universe contains a wide mix of ingredients.
—Big Think, 24 Oct. 2025
My dad’s high school yearbook contains some colorful inscriptions.
—Dan Piepenbring, Harpers Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
Kombucha is a fermented tea that contains some sugar, but fermentation reduces how much your body actually absorbs.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 18 Oct. 2025
Another example is common potting soil that contains peat moss.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2025
Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
Angela has the nation’s largest indigenous seed bank, which contains hundreds, if not over a thousand, different seeds that have been donated by people.
—J.m. Banks, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2025
The following video contains graphic footage.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
However, applesauce still contains vitamins and is a helpful food for some people.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2025
In truth, our Universe contains a wide mix of ingredients.
—Big Think, 24 Oct. 2025
My dad’s high school yearbook contains some colorful inscriptions.
—Dan Piepenbring, Harpers Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
Kombucha is a fermented tea that contains some sugar, but fermentation reduces how much your body actually absorbs.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 18 Oct. 2025
Another example is common potting soil that contains peat moss.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contains
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Polls show Sherrill in a tight race in New Jersey, while Spanberger holds a lead in Virginia.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
26 Oct. 2025
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Broncos defensive tackle Eyioma Uwazurike was given a year-long suspension in 2023 by the NFL for betting on games, and the team holds presentations on gambling every season, head coach Sean Payton said Friday.—
Joe Nguyen,
Denver Post,
26 Oct. 2025
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Lofka’s seven-piece patio furniture set includes four single armchairs, two corner chairs, a glass-top coffee table, and 14 plush cushions that resist water and fading.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Oct. 2025
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Comcast One of the world’s biggest telecommunications companies, the conglomerate owns NBCUniversal, which includes film studios such as Universal Pictures and DreamWorks, cable channels such as CNBC and Bravo, as well as Peacock, a streaming platform.—
Melanie Hicken,
CNN Money,
24 Oct. 2025
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This is where the Greenpoint comes from, an excellent neo-classic riff on a Manhattan that was invented at Milk & Honey in New York, and comprises the classic build of Manhattan—rye, sweet vermouth, and bitters—into which has been spliced the inimitable French herbal liqueur, Yellow Chartreuse.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
25 Oct. 2025
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Some of her research comprises little more than yearbooks’ blooper reels, and that’s all right by me.—
Dan Piepenbring,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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Both tracks are penned by Stephen Schwartz, who also composes alongside John Powell.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
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Who composes a symphony with a hammer?—
Big Think,
Big Think,
10 Sep. 2025
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Today, the Coco de Mer is so revered that the government regulates it like a cultural treasure.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
22 Oct. 2025
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The Federal Railroad Administration regulates the operation of the gate.—
Kaitlyn Tiffany,
The Atlantic,
22 Oct. 2025
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The home boasts clean lines, a sprawling backyard featuring a fire pit and a pool, as well as a home gym.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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The apple pie flavor boasts a filling of apple purée and fresh cream on top of a graham cracker crust, all coated with a layer of chocolate.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
22 Oct. 2025
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Keweenaw National Historic Park encompasses both public and private sites throughout the Keweenaw Peninsula in the Upper Peninsula and features heritage sites from the area's copper mining history.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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The property encompasses a generous 9,975 square feet of land.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
24 Oct. 2025
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Then, the still sweet voice calms me.—
BEA L. HINES,
Miami Herald,
17 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, Centella asiatica calms skin and keeps it comfortable for a balanced, radiance-enhancing treatment.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Contains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contains. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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