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as in described
to point out the chief quality or qualities of an individual or group
the writer of the magazine article represented the students at the academy as a bunch of spoiled brats
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as in depicted
to present a picture of
a painting representing the ocean at sunrise
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as in symbolized
to serve as a material counterpart of
this orange represents the sun and this pea represents the Earth
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Recent Examples of represented
Lynette Rice, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
But women are traditionally better represented in such genres as documentaries, the expert also noted.
—Georg Szalai, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Oct. 2024
The Kenosha Democrat represented the 1st Congressional District from 1993-1995 before losing his first reelection bid.
—Journal Sentinel, 4 Oct. 2024
Still, the Ripon event represented a kind of across-the-aisle collaboration that has become vanishingly rare in American politics.
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
Gwen Moore, Democrat* Moore, 73, has represented the safely Democratic Milwaukee district since her election in 2004.
—Journal Sentinel, 4 Oct. 2024
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He’s represented by CAA, Entertainment 360 and Myman Greenspan Fox Rosenberg Mobasser Younger & Light.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
But women are traditionally better represented in such genres as documentaries, the expert also noted.
—Georg Szalai, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Oct. 2024
The Kenosha Democrat represented the 1st Congressional District from 1993-1995 before losing his first reelection bid.
—Journal Sentinel, 4 Oct. 2024
Still, the Ripon event represented a kind of across-the-aisle collaboration that has become vanishingly rare in American politics.
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
Gwen Moore, Democrat* Moore, 73, has represented the safely Democratic Milwaukee district since her election in 2004.
—Journal Sentinel, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for represented
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Venus will be glimmering through your sign, heightening your charm and magnetism, so don’t be surprised if people become more drawn to your energy at this time.Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 23 Sep. 2024
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This Summer Two years later, in 1928, Guston revived him across three issues as Snowball the Bell-Hop, this time sharply dressed, more deftly drawn, telling one-liners in his hotel uniform.Walker Mimms, New York Times, 4 June 2024
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Her younger brother Colin, age six, is the kooky one, while the baby of the family, 4-year-old Laurent, is described by his parents as a philosopher.Catherine Bray, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
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Indemnification As described by Cornell Law School, indemnification occurs when one party compensates another party for damages or losses that have occurred related to specific events.Eric Wood, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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At a merch table, a stack of posters depicted Lake in a Rosie the Riveter pose, showing off her taut arms.Rachel Monroe, The New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2024
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The objections all come from members of the older generation, who are depicted as tropes – irrational and stuck in their ways.Samira Mehta, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
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Fairmont Breakers Since 1926, Fairmont Breakers has symbolized luxury in Long Beach.Spencer Whaley, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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When the Nuggets upset the Sonics in 1994, this moment symbolized the pure joy sports can bring.Sean Gregory, TIME, 30 Sep. 2024
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Built on easy, at-home gel manicures for the masses, Le Mini Macaron is characterized by a 1-step system with a photo-friendly mini LED lamp shaped like a macaron.Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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It’s characterized by atherosclerosis—fat accumulation and chronic inflammation in the vessel wall.Johna Burdeos, Health, 21 Oct. 2024
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Andrews portrayed Queen Clarice Renaldi in the films, Mia’s estranged grandmother and ruler of Genovia.Dan Heching, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
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Lily James portrayed a younger version of Donna, Streep's character and Sophie's mother; the movie flashes back to Donna's encounters with Sophie's three possible fathers as Sophie and her husband Sky (Cooper) prepare to welcome their own child in the present.Tommy McArdle, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
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The gallery’s permanent collection spotlights the special FX artists, set designers and behind-the-scenes photographers who have defined the essence of Halloween for not just Angelenos, but the world over.Jess Joho, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
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Roach offers a behind-the-scenes look at the moments that defined his career, while providing them with the tools to create their own version of iconic style, built on individuality and confidence.Shelby Stewart, Essence, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Represented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/represented. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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