involve

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as in to affect
to be the business or affair of this isn't something that involves you, so don't worry about it

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How does the verb involve contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of involve are comprehend, embrace, and include. While all these words mean "to contain within as part of the whole," involve suggests inclusion by virtue of the nature of the whole, whether by being its natural or inevitable consequence.

the new job involves a lot of detail

When can comprehend be used instead of involve?

The synonyms comprehend and involve are sometimes interchangeable, but comprehend implies that something comes within the scope of a statement or definition.

his system comprehends all history

When would embrace be a good substitute for involve?

The words embrace and involve are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, embrace implies a gathering of separate items within a whole.

her faith embraces both Christian and non-Christian beliefs

When might include be a better fit than involve?

The meanings of include and involve largely overlap; however, include suggests the containment of something as a constituent, component, or subordinate part of a larger whole.

the price of dinner includes dessert

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of involve The president also said that the gang is involved in the mass smuggling of migrants into other nations with the intent to cause harm and destabilize the region’s democracies. Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 16 Mar. 2025 But those involved in the day to day of operating supportive housing know that most of these are in shared apartments, where strangers are forced to live together — an undesirable arrangement. Pascale Leone, New York Daily News, 16 Mar. 2025 Many more countries were involved this time than the previous meeting on March 2. arkansasonline.com, 16 Mar. 2025 Exchange insurance information with any other parties involved, take pictures of the accident and extensively document the state of your vehicle. Chris Gallagher, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for involve
Recent Examples of Synonyms for involve
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  • But the ship struck the iceberg from the side, causing a series of punctures along the hull across 18 feet, affecting six of the compartments.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The bill's requirement to show proof of citizenship in person would affect millions more voters who do have the documentation but register by mail or online, the Brennan Center said.
    Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 10 Apr. 2025
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  • The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 20 Apr. 2025
  • Then Mitchell got hot in the clutch, scoring nine points on 3-of-4 shooting from three-point range in overtime after a shaky first half that included 0-of-4 shooting from the field.
    Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2025
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  • Employees can engage with opportunities that interest them, trying out new roles through short-term assignments before committing to a full career change.
    Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
  • What interests me about associating Wilfried Zaha and Lewis Dunk with these fixtures is proof that both clubs continue to grow.
    Andy Naylor, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2025
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  • While Garcia didn't reveal any other details about the baby, the video showed a close-up of the little one wrapped in a purple swaddle.
    Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025
  • The Easter egg—once a grocery-store staple wrapped in foil—is now commanding headlines, luxury price tags, and social media attention.
    Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
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  • The incident report was issued Monday at 3:57 p.m., and the last update concerning this incident was provided on Monday at 4:01 p.m.
    Kansas City Star Bot, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2025
  • The season went from concerning to disastrous under Van Nistelrooy.
    Rob Tanner, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025
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  • After the fire is fully contained, the next step is to control it.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2025
  • Fires were contained, and no casualties were reported.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Apr. 2025
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  • Last spring, Harvard students protesting Israel's retaliatory attacks on Gaza occupied the university's central courtyard for 20 days and staged a 24-hour sit-in in another building.
    Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025
  • The Israeli Defense Forces now claim to occupy some 30% of Gaza territory.
    Lucien Bruggeman, ABC News, 18 Apr. 2025
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  • The primary motif of the series — created, written and directed by Mike White — has always been to satirize the wealthy who, even while enveloped by the world’s most tranquil and extraordinary surroundings, can’t help but indulge their egos or keep up with their ever-growing list of grievances.
    Maya Salam, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Could the similarly dark-haired Mikey Madison or Margaret Qualley be enveloped into the fold too?
    Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 3 Apr. 2025

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“Involve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/involve. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.

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