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[im-byoo] / ɪmˈbyu /


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While eager to imbue him with reverential status, the Party is simultaneously wary that almost any discussion of Mao's legacy could rake up uncomfortable memories.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

But Roslyn Ruff, a talented actor who speaks the verse with commendable clarity, fails to imbue the character with the necessary domineering imperiousness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

"Artificial intelligence lacks feelings and memories; in short, it has no nafas... It can't imbue it into food."

From Barron's • Nov. 30, 2025

In recent years, however, the speakers have played pre-planned programming that ranges from outright opprobrium to more subtle messaging intended to imbue listeners with pro-South Korea sympathies.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 5, 2025

“No harm will come to it. I may be suffering from brand-fly poison, but I can still imbue a charm or two.”

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia




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