encapsulate
verb (used with object)
to place in or as if in a capsule.
encapsulating
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present participleof encapsulate.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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But they did produce fascinating scenes reminiscent of a bygone era, encapsulating the essence and charm of the FA Cup's history.
From BBC ● Feb. 15, 2026
Tesla, a notoriously volatile stock, has moved an average of about 6% up or down the week encapsulating the prior four quarterly reports, in line with history.
From Barron's ● Jan. 26, 2026
YouTube – once known as a place for amateur user-generated videos has become an entertainment powerhouse, encapsulating the largest percentage of streaming on U.S.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 8, 2025
“Because we’re simply drying, densifying, and encapsulating, it doesn’t need to be a particular ash content or heating level or anything like that.”
From Salon ● Jul. 18, 2024
One argument, "Don't programmers deserve a reward for their creativity," earned a response encapsulating Stallman's anger over the recent Gosling Emacs episode: "If anything deserves a reward, it is social contribution," Stallman wrote.
From Free as in Freedom: Richard Stallman's Crusade for Free Software by Sam Williams
