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embrace

/ɛmˈbɹeɪs/

When used as a verb to mean 'accepting an idea', it is more formal than saying 'accept' or 'go along with'. It suggests a positive and enthusiastic attitude. As a noun, 'embrace' usually refers to the physical act of hugging. In this sense, it is a countable noun (e.g., 'a warm embrace'). Be careful not to confuse the physical meaning with the conceptual meaning; you can 'embrace a person' physically, but you 'embrace a philosophy' mentally.

💬Trò chuyện

🎬Tuesday afternoon; Karen is at a PTA meeting and David is in his home office.

David Smith

I'm telling the team we need to embrace a more agile workflow.

Karen Smith

Stop using corporate speak and just tell them to work faster.

💡

David uses 'embrace' in a business context (accepting a new theory/method), while Karen's response highlights their dynamic by dismissing his attempt to sound like a visionary manager. The phrase 'corporate speak' is used as natural slang for jargon.

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verb (transitive)

To hold someone closely in one's arms as a sign of affection.

"She leaned forward to embrace her long-lost brother."

verb (transitive)

To accept or support a belief, theory, or change willingly and enthusiastically.

"The company decided to embrace new technology to stay competitive."

verb (transitive)

To include a large number of things or a wide range of ideas.

"The report embraces all the key aspects of the economic crisis."

noun

The act of holding someone tightly in one's arms.

"They shared a warm embrace before saying goodbye at the airport."

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