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WIRED, 16 Nov. 2023
For those who want to rep the most classic McDonald’s look, try the classic clog — a red pair of Crocs that include charms in the shape of fries, Big Macs and McNuggets.
—Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 14 Nov. 2023
The entertainment division also reps media companies, producers, writers and directors, with expertise in steering corporate communications and personal brand messaging, among other offerings.
—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Oct. 2023
Her complaint names reps for Derulo’s Future History record label, a joint venture with RCA Records, as well as Atlantic Records, another party to her contract, as co-defendants.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 5 Oct. 2023
The two colorways are of course a chocolate brown and a bright orange to rep the candy brands.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 29 Sep. 2023
As someone who reps high-profile entertainment industry figures like Elizabeth Chambers, as well as high-net-worth individuals in the tech world, Royce encourages private mediation whenever possible, especially since the pandemic has resulted in lengthy court delays.
—Ashley Cullins, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Sep. 2023
Love Your Melon Speckled Beanie With cooler weather rolling in, this cozy beanie from hat brand, Love Your Melon, is a great way to rep your favorite team while staying warm.
—Tim Chan, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Sep. 2023
The company reps more than 60 internet creators, including MrBeast, Dream, Hasan Piker and Safiya Nygaard, who collectively generate more than 5 billion views across YouTube, Twitch and other platforms.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 25 Aug. 2023
Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 28 Nov. 2023
The musical director, dance arranger and press reps were Jews.
—Jesse Green, New York Times, 28 Nov. 2023
Being the middle manager has never had a great rep; dealing with lower pay and more interpersonal conflicts than higher-ups, they’re often isolated from the rest of the staff.
—Chloe Berger, Fortune, 26 Nov. 2023
Baby Luai was born in 2023 Though Luai’s actual birthday is unknown, in July 2023, Lohan’s rep confirmed to PEOPLE that she and Shammas’ first child was born.
—Emy Lacroix, Peoplemag, 23 Nov. 2023
The crowd now included reps from record companies and booking agencies, who’d hastily flown or driven to see what all the fuss was about.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 17 Nov. 2023
The House reps’ letter requested a briefing from Apple on the matter by Dec. 15.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 15 Nov. 2023
Atlanta just found out how Keith Lee’s TikTok reviews can make or break a restaurant’s rep.
—Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2023
The director commented to Variety through a rep, who shared how Coppola reportedly responded to Lisa Marie after receiving the emails.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 3 Nov. 2023
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Word History
Noun (3)
French reps, modification of English ribs, plural of rib
Noun (5)
roentgen equivalent physical
Noun (6)
short for repetition
Noun (1)
1677, in the meaning defined above
Noun (2)
1789, in the meaning defined above
Noun (3)
1858, in the meaning defined above
Noun (4)
1906, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Verb
1922, in the meaning defined above
Noun (5)
1947, in the meaning defined above
Noun (6)
1953, in the meaning defined above
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“Rep.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rep. Accessed 4 Dec. 2023.
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2 of 2 abbreviationAbbreviation
Latin repetatur
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