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as in characterizes
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 depicts
to present a picture of
a painting representing the ocean at sunrise
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as in symbolizes
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 represents
For many countries and communities in the global south, AI represents an opportunity to leapfrog development.
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Ana Deoliva, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
The integration of women athletes into sports video games represents both progress and potential.
—Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
White represents our bright spirit.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
As Hollywood grapples with worries about the threat of artificial intelligence, the union that represents animators is facing dissent over its latest deal with major studios.
—Wendy Lee, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Gold represents our prairie and agricultural history.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
Dark blue represents our blue-collar attitude and industrial power.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
Although not a lineup anchor, Gimenez represents an obvious defensive upgrade at a position where Toronto is projected to split time between Will Wagner and Davis Schneider in 2025.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
The creation of the company represents one among many steps toward climate neutrality by 2030, as part of Boss’ sustainability pledge, which also includes achieving climate neutrality throughout its entire value chain by 2045.
—Martino Carrera, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
Ana Deoliva, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
The integration of women athletes into sports video games represents both progress and potential.
—Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
White represents our bright spirit.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
As Hollywood grapples with worries about the threat of artificial intelligence, the union that represents animators is facing dissent over its latest deal with major studios.
—Wendy Lee, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Gold represents our prairie and agricultural history.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
Dark blue represents our blue-collar attitude and industrial power.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
Although not a lineup anchor, Gimenez represents an obvious defensive upgrade at a position where Toronto is projected to split time between Will Wagner and Davis Schneider in 2025.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
The creation of the company represents one among many steps toward climate neutrality by 2030, as part of Boss’ sustainability pledge, which also includes achieving climate neutrality throughout its entire value chain by 2045.
—Martino Carrera, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for represents
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The guide characterizes Cariño as a Mexican and contemporary restaurant, where Chef Norman Fenton’s team offers a tasting menu of tacos with a modernist approach.Ahmed Ali Akbar, Chicago Tribune, 10 Dec. 2024
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The Tennessee law, adopted in 2023, prohibits young people from using hormones and puberty blockers for gender transition care that most leading medical organizations say are safe and effective, but that the state characterizes as unproven and risky.arkansasonline.com, arkansasonline.com, 5 Dec. 2024
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The image depicts a man resembling Osama bin Laden dressed in a Santa Claus costume.DeMicia Inman, VIBE.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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The dynamic clip was directed by Jonah Haber and depicts Tinashe being detained in a cell, struggling to escape as onlookers watch her dance.Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2024
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Gold color symbolizes out the richness in our state, people, land and views.Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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The white star symbolizes Chicago and its upper-right location.Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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Richardson describes her experience in running the women’s sprint relays in Paris as electrifying.Essence, Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
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With an unwavering hand, the author describes their plight and their humanity.Annabel Gutterman, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
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The actress, who portrays Bob Dylan’s girlfriend in James Mangold’s new biopic, walked the red carpet in a sleek Gucci gown with crystal embellishments.Hannah Malach, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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In this film, Rebel Ridge actor Aaron Pierre portrays a young Mufasa, who strikes up a friendship and brotherly bond with the lion Taka (Kelvin Harrison Jr), who later becomes Scar.Tommy McArdle, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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This is quite a departure from the more darker vibe that defines the last generation of Vegas hotel designs.Rob Reed, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Additionally, Apollo incorporates an Advanced Force Control Architecture and defines safety zones for enhanced operational safety.Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Represents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/represents. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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