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as in translation
an explanation or description accompanying a pictorial illustration
for the school yearbook, funny captions were written for snapshots showing a typical day at school
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as in title
a word or series of words often in larger letters placed at the beginning of a passage or at the top of a page in order to introduce or categorize
the textbook features cleverly worded captions to capture the reader's attention
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Recent Examples of caption
Jeff Spry, Space.com, 6 Oct. 2025
Back in June, Naughton posted a bikini pic, and the caption reflected her growing confidence along her weight-loss journey.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 4 Oct. 2025
The various photos and GIFs have made Murphy's face a go-to for meme creators who will take say, a still of Murphy looking disappointed and attach it to a humerous caption.
—Ralphie Aversa, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
Keep your language simple, avoid jargon and use captions, ASL interpreters and visual aids.
—Elle Chan, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2025
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Verb
Look at the images, turn the page, read the caption, and follow along.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 6 Oct. 2025
Back in June, Naughton posted a bikini pic, and the caption reflected her growing confidence along her weight-loss journey.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 4 Oct. 2025
The various photos and GIFs have made Murphy's face a go-to for meme creators who will take say, a still of Murphy looking disappointed and attach it to a humerous caption.
—Ralphie Aversa, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
Keep your language simple, avoid jargon and use captions, ASL interpreters and visual aids.
—Elle Chan, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for caption
Noun
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Real change happens when clinicians in this industry show up to engage with community, policy, research translation and public perception.—
Sonia Singh,
Rolling Stone,
3 Oct. 2025
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The series’ original title, Skiftet, adds a layer of meaning beyond the international translation, The New Force.—
Isadora Wandermurem,
Time,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Philadelphia Union’s 1-0 win over New York City on Saturday secured the club the MLS Supporters’ Shield title for the second time in the franchise’s history, completing an impressive turnaround under coach Bradley Carnell.—
The Athletic Staff,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Duran said if a homeowner must leave the country, title companies can handle the paperwork and international money transfers.—
Juan Cordoba,
Arkansas Online,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Some governments want to stamp them out in real life too.—
Kate Bartlett,
NPR,
5 Oct. 2025
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There was Lee Marvin’s Point Blank, and he was indelibly stamped in that 1967 production.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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And believe us, these legends truly live up to the hype.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Though that number won’t grab headlines, the rushing attack passed the eye test against a Minnesota defense that came into the game second in the Big Ten in yards allowed.—
Cameron Teague Robinson,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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As the initial investigation stalled, new twists kept the story in the headlines.—
Christina Coulter,
PEOPLE,
4 Oct. 2025
Verb
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During that era, young people fought for territory, and one of their rebellious acts was to tag the walls of the city with the verses of cumbia songs.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
8 Oct. 2025
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But Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy handled it and made a perfect throw to shortstop Mookie Betts, who covered third to tag the runner out and ruin a potential momentum-changing play for the Phillies.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The incident pushed Wallace below the NASCAR Cup Series Playoff elimination cutline.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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At that point the club was six games above the playoff cutline and had just polished off an 11-7 win at Fenway Park over the Cleveland Guardians, who were a game below .500 and by all accounts were out of the hunt.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
19 Sep. 2025
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This acknowledged the error, diffused the awkwardness and reoriented the conversation onto a positive heading.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
30 Sep. 2025
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Heather, a masterful narrator, provides a rundown of where everyone stands with one another heading into this new season, which is something more shows should do.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Caption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caption. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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