as in to objectify
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Recent Examples of fetishize
The United States should also stop fetishizing its military.
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Kori Schake, Foreign Affairs, 16 Apr. 2019
Even if more cumbersome, the outdated technology that Birney and Ohs lovingly fetishizes serves the same purpose, and can cause similar damage as the cell phone in one’s pocket today.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 31 Jan. 2025
Being fetishized and objectified by everyone in her life quickly takes a toll on Becca.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 25 Jan. 2025
And Moore’s performance seemed to nod to her own image, and her past, as an object of lust, both fetishized and scolded for her form.
—Melena Ryzik, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
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Kori Schake, Foreign Affairs, 16 Apr. 2019
Even if more cumbersome, the outdated technology that Birney and Ohs lovingly fetishizes serves the same purpose, and can cause similar damage as the cell phone in one’s pocket today.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 31 Jan. 2025
Being fetishized and objectified by everyone in her life quickly takes a toll on Becca.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 25 Jan. 2025
And Moore’s performance seemed to nod to her own image, and her past, as an object of lust, both fetishized and scolded for her form.
—Melena Ryzik, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fetishize
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Gaga refused to be pigeonholed as an artist, or objectified as a woman in pop.—
Kristen S. Hé,
Vulture,
19 Mar. 2025
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But for me, what is such an absolute bummer is Grant continuing to objectify the women.—
Ali Barthwell,
Vulture,
18 Mar. 2025
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This victory exemplified Gannon's approach to leadership and performance under pressure.—
Omaid Homayun,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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That’s far from the truth, and the case of Martell-LeBron exemplifies what’s wrong with that thinking.—
Boston Herald editorial staff,
Boston Herald,
6 Apr. 2025
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Green symbolizes balance and growth, appealing to eco-conscious businesses.—
Bryant Richardson,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Common markers include stars on the shoulders (indicating rank), crowns (symbolizing authority), images of weapons, trains (a nod to the gang's name), dice, roses, and predatory animals like jaguars.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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The account of Archie Reed of Web Industries, a flexible materials converter and ESOP in Marlborough, Mass., typifies many of the stories.—
Mary Josephs,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The new apartment building at 3627-3633 N. Sheffield typifies this troublesome direction.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Apr. 2025
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Renee Hale | Grapevine, Texas The article by Chris Heath about Robert Caro is beautifully done and illustrated.—
Smithsonian magazine,
Smithsonian Magazine,
3 Apr. 2025
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Circle and OpenAI’s recent successes illustrate that blockchain and AI are now ready for robust regulatory dialogue, positioning these technologies for sustainable growth.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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For many, the Masters marks the beginning of golf season, and these pieces of clothing embody that time of year.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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As the first sign in the zodiac, Aries embodies a spark of initiation, much like its planetary ruler, Mars.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Opposing teams have developed a habit of bodying her at the perimeter, trying to disarm her at the point of attack.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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Medium bodied with brilliant acidity folded around tropical flavors as well as candy cane.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Fetishize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fetishize. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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