1
as in to depict
to give a representation or account of in words
he tried to describe the dream he had last night as accurately as he could
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as in to tell
to give an oral or written account of in some detail
a biography of Washington that describes the decisive Battle of Yorktown at great length
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as in to characterize
to point out the chief quality or qualities of an individual or group
how would you describe the Inupiat people you encountered in Alaska?
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Recent Examples of describe
The SteelWatch report described Nippon’s plan to capture carbon dioxide from its blast furnaces, or to reduce CO2 emissions by burning more hydrogen and less coal, as long-term propositions at best.
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John Lippert,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2026
The military described the group as an Indian proxy, but provided no evidence to support the allegation.
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ABC News,
28 June 2026
Anderson initially described the events surrounding Joanna’s collapse in a bathroom but did not mention hitting her with a belt, according to the affidavit.
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Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 June 2026
What Is Next for Living Medicine in the Eye
The researchers describe the platform as modular.
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Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
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John Lippert,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2026
The military described the group as an Indian proxy, but provided no evidence to support the allegation.
—
ABC News,
28 June 2026
Anderson initially described the events surrounding Joanna’s collapse in a bathroom but did not mention hitting her with a belt, according to the affidavit.
—
Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 June 2026
What Is Next for Living Medicine in the Eye
The researchers describe the platform as modular.
—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for describe
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The world drew heavily from the paintings of fantasy illustrator Frank Frazetta, who depicted scenes of barbarians and beasts in conflict, of pulp fiction heroes, femme fatales, and fierce warrior women.
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Another star at a similar distance from Earth is Bellatrix, which shines at the left shoulder of the celestial hunter depicted in the constellation Orion.
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All of Rojas’ family members were OK, the Venezuelan native told reporters ahead of Friday’s game against the Padres in San Diego.
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Sources told Axios that both sides agreed to halt attacks on each other and meet in Qatar on Tuesday to resolve differences over the Strait of Hormuz.
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The new style of challenger often rises from outside the traditional civil rights and organizing structures that characterized some communities for decades.
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These roles, while potentially stable, are characterized by a lack of learning, advancement, or a fear of leaving.
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Matty Matheson, who portrays Neil Fak and serves as the show’s culinary consultant, initially believed taking props was off limits after receiving an email asking to refrain from removing anything from the show.
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Winkler portrayed his iconic character for all 11 seasons of the ABC sitcom, which originally aired from 1974 to 1984.
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In Berlin, an additional 500 ambulance dispatches were reported on Saturday, most of them heat-related.
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In Berlin, an additional 500 ambulance dispatches were reported Saturday, most of them heat-related.
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As a coastal town shaped by generations of immigrants, Half Moon Bay now has a new art display that serves as a reminder of the people and stories that continue to define the community.
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In the absence of an official investigation, the incident last September has been magnified, and perhaps embellished, in the minds of veterans living on the campus, a community defined by the vulnerability of physical disability, substance use and trauma.
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During the preference sheet meeting, the major difference in Kayley and Genevieve’s attitudes is perfectly illustrated.
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The scale of the fund, and the involvement of multiple international partners, illustrates Abu Dhabi’s ambition to use AI to help diversify its economy, and its credibility as an investor.
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The documents recount a mission that killed all hijackers, dozens of Ugandan troops and one Israeli commander, hailed at home yet condemned abroad and framed as only one battle in a continuing conflict.
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Ali, a war survivor from Iraq, takes pride in learning how to use a sewing machine at Eder, but also recounts how he was knocked unconscious in an unprovoked assault while shopping with his family in Walmart.
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“Describe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/describe. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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