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as in picture
something or someone that strongly resembles another
the girl is growing up to be the perfect image of her mother
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as in illustration
a two-dimensional design intended to look like a person or thing
a cave with prehistoric images of wild animals
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as in idea
something imagined or pictured in the mind
a sentimental visit to her childhood home to see if it still matched her mental image of the place
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as in manifestation
a visible representation of something abstract (as a quality)
a general who became for many the very image of the stoic warrior
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as in to depict
to present a picture of
in the painting Sacagawea is imaged as an intrepid woman pointing the way for Lewis and Clark
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as in to describe
to give a representation or account of in words
the brochure images a vacation at the resort in language that makes you want to make a reservation this instant
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as in to picture
to form a mental picture of
anyone who still images the cape's coastline as a scene of unspoiled beauty is in for a rude awakening
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Recent Examples of image
Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 30 Jan. 2026
An Illinois man faces child pornography charges in Waukesha County under a new Wisconsin law that aims to punish offenders who use artificial intelligence to generate explicit images.
—Chris Ramirez, jsonline.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Stephanie Armour, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
Brain imaging studies show that during prolonged mental work, the networks responsible for attention and decision-making begin to slow down, while regions that promote rest and reward-seeking take over.
—Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse, The Conversation, 23 Jan. 2026
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Noun
Her image as an onstage bad girl was weaponized against her, with fans threatening her life at concerts, leaving at one point shotgun shells on the stage during Hole performances, referring to the manner of Cobain’s death.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 30 Jan. 2026
An Illinois man faces child pornography charges in Waukesha County under a new Wisconsin law that aims to punish offenders who use artificial intelligence to generate explicit images.
—Chris Ramirez, jsonline.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
In the brain, the virus leads to an immune response that triggers inflammation, can damage brain cells, and can even shrink brain volume, according to research on imaging studies that was published in March 2022 in the journal Nature.
—Stephanie Armour, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
Brain imaging studies show that during prolonged mental work, the networks responsible for attention and decision-making begin to slow down, while regions that promote rest and reward-seeking take over.
—Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse, The Conversation, 23 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for image
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His picture topped newspapers across the country under headlines announcing that the killer had surrendered.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
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When the financial picture feels fragmented (too many reports, too much noise, not enough forward-looking insight), leaders hesitate.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Artworks by seven artists include illustrations, sculptures, screen printing, comics and collaborative projects that explore themes of humor, nostalgia and the subtle complexities of life.—
Alyson Rodriguez,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Jan. 2026
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In a shocking piece of reporting, Cora Engelbrecht speaks to five Iranians who were present at the massacre and—with the help of video evidence and illustrations by Matt Huynh—shares their stories.—
Ian Crouch,
New Yorker,
29 Jan. 2026
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Everybody’s scrolling and everybody’s skipping, but to actually sit down, put a record on and consume it, that’s a very romantic idea.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
30 Jan. 2026
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As outré as Camel Lights gets, the presence of such treasured guests and ideas apparently rattling around Geologist’s brain for 28 years conveys the sense that this is a genuinely personal work—not a one-off novelty.—
Zach Schonfeld,
Pitchfork,
30 Jan. 2026
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Eventually there will be a physical manifestation of the Hall, a building somewhere with plaques and memorabilia and exhibits honoring the rich history of sports in Southern California, but that will be at the back end.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
31 Jan. 2026
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Antetokounmpo is the manifestation of the second timeline the Warriors have chased for years.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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In May 2025, Fadich posted a graphic on Instagram depicting a gun pointed directly at Mace’s face.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Unfortunately, at least as depicted in Part 1, Sophie and Benedict’s romance lacks the tantalizing heat and erotic chemistry of the show’s previous central couples.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
29 Jan. 2026
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On these blocks, darkened by the presence of heavily armed federal agents, Minnesotans describe routine movements as calculated risks, unsure which block might erupt into confrontation.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
2 Feb. 2026
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Israel seized control of the Rafah crossing in May 2024, describing the move as part of its campaign against Hamas smuggling routes.—
Bradford Betz,
FOXNews.com,
2 Feb. 2026
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None of these instances reflect sound judgment by the person charged with keeping our country safe.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Jan. 2026
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Farace visited the canal on Monday with Scibica's widow, reflecting on the impact Johnny had on the community.—
Joan Murray,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Bagehot and other upholders of depoliticizing enchantments could not have imagined a scenario in which Andrew, once second in line for the throne, and Larry Summers, a former Ivy League president hailed as one of America’s leading public intellectuals, are caught up in the Jeffrey Epstein scandal.—
Sean Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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Some of that was real, some of it was exaggerated, some of it was just imagined — and all of it became a potent, highly motivating political narrative.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Image.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/image. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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