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past tense of depict

depicted

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adjective

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Recent Examples of depicted
Adjective
That's depicted in a disturbing, if somewhat inscrutable, scene. Esther Zuckerman, Time, 6 Sep. 2025 The beginnings of it are depicted in true disaster movie style, with ominous music and a collapsing electric pylon that causes a faulty cable to fall to the ground. Damon Wise, Deadline, 6 Sep. 2025 Wobbling through space The Earth’s axis, which is an imaginary line running through the North and South Poles, is in constant motion, even though it is commonly depicted as a fixed line. Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025 Then there is the violence depicted in the psychological exploration of the characters, but that is also very respectful of the original story. Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 4 Sep. 2025 In The Paper, the gutting of local journalism over the last 20-plus years is depicted as a mundane sort of tragedy, typically undertaken by indifferent parent corporations or, worse, hedge funds that strip newspapers for parts. Matt Zoller Seitz, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2025 Like the Roman god Janus, typically depicted with two faces looking in opposite directions, Virgil’s portrait of Roman history and his own Augustan age offers a double vision in its distinct, incompatible, yet entangled stories. Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025 The Storming of the Bastille has been depicted in a long list of paintings and films throughout history. Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025 The pre-match tifo at the Roker End depicted the County Durham legend of the giant Lambton worm, slayed by a gallant local hero. Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 17 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for depicted
Verb
  • That ban was seen by many as an attack on freedom of speech -- and an extension of what some described as the government's corrupt nature.
    Rajeev Tyagi, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Bella, now three and a half years old, was described by Overbye as calm, sensitive, quiet, smart, and playful.
    Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • His appearance could be characterized as Jesus with stronger jawline.
    David Fear, Rolling Stone, 7 Sep. 2025
  • In an essay published in Vogue, longtime magazine editor Anna Wintour characterized Armani as a steely, dedicated and, above all, innovative force in the fashion industry.
    Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • He was often portrayed as a DOGE patsy, perhaps even a fool.
    Eli Hager, ProPublica, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Mark-Paul Gosselaar portrayed Peter Bash, the more grounded and level-headed half of the Franklin & Bash duo.
    Allison DeGrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Employ descriptive headlines, bullet lists and comparison tables.
    Denis Sinelnikov, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
  • On sleep in particular, Whoop is distinctly more prescriptive than descriptive.
    PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 15 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Carey’s accolade also represented another full-circle moment for the chanteuse.
    Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
  • The trio represented half of Jamaica’s track and field medal haul from the Olympics last August.
    Liam Tharme, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Its stony soil and cool climate produce lower yields, but more expressive flavors, especially in chardonnay, pinot noir, and sparkling wines.
    Alexandra Emanuelli, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
  • While nostalgia—drawing people to the warmth, color, and the carefree spirit of the 1970s—certainly plays a role, leaning back into this style is also about creating spaces that feel personal, expressive, and welcoming.
    Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium.
    Becca Martin-Brown, Arkansas Online, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Investigators said the contractor engaged extensively with users on the platform, viewing graphic photos and videos while on duty and even using his government computer to chat with people posting explicit content.
    Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Amparo Heredia has a vivid recollection of her parents performing in what was Miami’s vibrant Flamenco scene in the 1980s when many tablaos dotted the city.
    Emily Cardenas, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2025
  • Playful prints, vivid colors, and global finds bring personality to every type of home, from industrial lofts to beach retreats.
    Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2025

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