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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
Dickinson goes into unexpected territory, pairing dreamlike sequences with a verité depiction of a man caught in cycles of self harm.
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Esther Zuckerman, Time, 10 Oct. 2025
Robinson and Kanin actually have come up with an extremely quirky, often nerve-racking and occasionally gross depiction of 2025 as a time when clear communication is being replaced by misdirection, misinterpretation, AI customer service chats and a pervasive sense of loneliness.
—Julie Hinds, Freep.com, 10 Oct. 2025
Both lawmakers have pushed back on the depictions.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 9 Oct. 2025
The show’s depiction of a woman named Adeline Watkins (Suzanna Son) as Gein’s girlfriend takes a lot of liberties.
—Elizabeth Yuko, Rolling Stone, 8 Oct. 2025
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Esther Zuckerman, Time, 10 Oct. 2025
Robinson and Kanin actually have come up with an extremely quirky, often nerve-racking and occasionally gross depiction of 2025 as a time when clear communication is being replaced by misdirection, misinterpretation, AI customer service chats and a pervasive sense of loneliness.
—Julie Hinds, Freep.com, 10 Oct. 2025
Both lawmakers have pushed back on the depictions.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 9 Oct. 2025
The show’s depiction of a woman named Adeline Watkins (Suzanna Son) as Gein’s girlfriend takes a lot of liberties.
—Elizabeth Yuko, Rolling Stone, 8 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for depiction
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Smash Kitchen The most notable description of this mustard was its sharp, vinegar taste.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
11 Oct. 2025
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Authorities have not released any descriptions of the shooter.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
11 Oct. 2025
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This portrait became a symbol of comfort and remembrance for her family and the wider community.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
11 Oct. 2025
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Ma Daisy welcomes you in, quite literally with her portrait posed with open arms, to the space and invites you to stay awhile.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
11 Oct. 2025
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Before Friday, Jackson had already won five Daytime Emmys over the years for his portrayal of Lucky.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
18 Oct. 2025
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Praise went to writer-director Angus MacLachlan’s humane filmmaking, the powerhouse performances from David Strathairn and Jane Levy, and the authentic portrayal of family life in Middle America.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Oct. 2025
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The big-picture story isn’t any better.—
Veronique De Rugy,
Oc Register,
17 Oct. 2025
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Nearly six months later, though, a slightly different picture is emerging; ironically, a glance at Rotten Tomatoes — more of which later — shows that the film is now firmly rated just about Fresh with critics and audiences alike, with approval scores of 69% and 65%, respectively.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Depiction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/depiction. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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