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depiction

noun

di-ˈpik-shən

Definition of depiction

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a vivid representation in words of someone or something the set piece of the novel is a depiction of the battle that makes readers feel like they were there

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Recent Examples of depiction If The Jazz Singer was forward-thinking in its technical aspects, its depiction of Jolson wearing blackface was rooted in a discriminatory status quo. — Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Sep. 2026 The collaboration launches with the work of LeRoy Neiman, who is known for his expressionist depictions of sports, leisure, and other facets of Americana. — Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 30 Sep. 2026 The story is a moving and raw depiction of a lasting familial love. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 28 Sep. 2026 The new thriller is earning critical acclaim for its compelling depiction of the controversial NBC series To Catch a Predator, as well as Robert Pattinson’s riveting portrayal of host Chris Hansen. — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for depiction

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That’s an improbable description for a longtime Wall Street exec — even more so for one who has spent 26 years climbing the ranks of Goldman Sachs, and who may soon ascend to the CEO job at the storied investment bank.

— Morgan Chittum, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2026
ShinyHunters disputes portions of the FBI's description of its activities.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2026

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Wiley noted that his role as the painter of President Barack Obama’s official portrait —mentioned by Scavino in a podcast interview—might have something to do with the work’s targeting.

— News Desk, Artforum, 29 Sep. 2026
Appeal for leniency Rivera has submitted about 50 letters of support to Damian, filling about 95 pages and presenting a portrait of the former congressman markedly different from the one offered by prosecutors.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 29 Sep. 2026

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While population growth has long been a tailwind for growth and creditworthiness, falling fertility rates and unprecedented speed of changing age structures are now changing that picture, Moody’s writes.

— Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 5 Oct. 2026
In a picture shared in the post taken on Fall Picture Day, Cagle said Burfield had relaxed smile and a sense of ease.

— Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Oct. 2026

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