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incorporating

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌɪnˈkɔɹpɝˌeɪtɪŋ// UK //ɪnkˈɔːpəɹˌeɪtɪŋ// in·cor·po·rat·ing

v. to include something as part of a larger group, system, or plan. You use this when you add a new idea or ingredient into something that already exists.

v. to include or integrate something as a constituent part of a larger whole. Transitive; requires a direct object and often takes the preposition 'into'.


SIMPLE

The chef is incorporating fresh herbs into the sauce.

CONTEXTUAL

The new design succeeds by incorporating feedback from the users who tested the early prototype.

COMPLEX

By incorporating diverse perspectives into the initial planning phase, the committee ensured that the final policy addressed the needs of the entire community rather than a vocal minority.

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The verb is transitive and typically takes the preposition 'into' when describing the target of the integration.

Pitfall

incorporating of new ideasincorporating new ideasWhen used as a gerund or present participle, it takes a direct object without the preposition 'of'.

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