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as in depictions
a vivid representation in words of someone or something
we immediately recognized the man from our cousin's description of him
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as in types
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
fixes small appliances and other things of that description
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Recent Examples of descriptions
As of late Saturday night, authorities have not released descriptions of any suspects or identified a possible motive.
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Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 7 June 2026
Police believe the thieves are between 16 and 19 years old, and have only vague descriptions of the suspects.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 6 June 2026
The new study’s authors suggest that descriptions of awe-inspiring time underwater could help others think differently about the seas.
—Susan Cosier, Scientific American, 6 June 2026
This story has some disturbing descriptions.
—Sydney Barragan, Daily News, 6 June 2026
Such detailed descriptions could only come from somebody who has a background with defensive backs.
—Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
MacInnes’ descriptions of the natural world, from the microscopic to the cosmic, are superb.
—The Know, Denver Post, 4 June 2026
On a blind date, his descriptions of magical griffins and burning deserts sound humiliatingly immature.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
After two dreaming and designing sessions, LPA architects used the students’ sketches and written descriptions to help AI generate renderings of their designs.
—Del Mar Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 June 2026
Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 7 June 2026
Police believe the thieves are between 16 and 19 years old, and have only vague descriptions of the suspects.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 6 June 2026
The new study’s authors suggest that descriptions of awe-inspiring time underwater could help others think differently about the seas.
—Susan Cosier, Scientific American, 6 June 2026
This story has some disturbing descriptions.
—Sydney Barragan, Daily News, 6 June 2026
Such detailed descriptions could only come from somebody who has a background with defensive backs.
—Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
MacInnes’ descriptions of the natural world, from the microscopic to the cosmic, are superb.
—The Know, Denver Post, 4 June 2026
On a blind date, his descriptions of magical griffins and burning deserts sound humiliatingly immature.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
After two dreaming and designing sessions, LPA architects used the students’ sketches and written descriptions to help AI generate renderings of their designs.
—Del Mar Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for descriptions
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For all the prior cinematic depictions of storming bunkers and camaraderie under fire, Pressure offers us the quiet heroism of rational restraint in the figure of James Stagg, who weathered his inner storms and bore the courage to be disliked.—
Daniel Jonah Wolpert,
NPR,
29 May 2026
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In this way, the film offers one of the most unique and realistic depictions of a famous historical battle ever put to screen.—
Jordan Hoffman,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 May 2026
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It’s also sold directly to consumers, via the company website or at Walmart, in four different kits tailored for first-time exams, menopause and different body types.—
Wendy Naugle,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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Credit counselors can assist with budgeting, creating a debt management plan and certain types of creditor negotiations.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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On a recent day, a stream of visitors, including school children, walked through the circular room, stopping to sit behind the desk and pose for pictures.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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On a recent day, a stream of visitors, including schoolchildren, walked through the circular room, stopping to sit behind the desk and pose for pictures.—
Sophia Tareen,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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There are several kinds to choose from, but before buying, there are some things to consider.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2026
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Raymonde Arcier, who brought attention to women’s work by way of an art practice based in fabric and textiles of different kinds, died in May at the age of 86.—
Andy Battaglia,
ARTnews.com,
2 June 2026
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The art show paired portraits of animals that exhibit same-sex behaviors, like peacocks and flamingos, and was meant to be a commentary on how queerness has been hidden throughout history, leaving artists to use symbolism to communicate their point of view.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2026
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Some viewers and beginner-painters valued his bare-bones instructions on how to create unchallenging landscape portraits, while still some others undoubtedly enjoyed Ross and his painting lessons for their snark value.—
Randy McMullen,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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June’s astro-weather challenges your love life, creative expression and emotional boundaries — Mercury in Cancer, for instance, will clash with Saturn, which can trigger a serious conversation around dating, children or a passion project of sorts.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
4 June 2026
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Wednesday was a milestone moment of sorts.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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The Boroughs is not a frightening show, monster snack-time portrayals notwithstanding.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
31 May 2026
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Many also expressed a desire for portrayals that reflect healthy relationships, rest, softness, sisterhood, and everyday life beyond struggle.—
Dominique Fluker,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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There are two tacks for the contemporary performer facing the decline of classic genres of film and comedy.—
Lauren Michele Jackson,
New Yorker,
7 June 2026
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The collection spans centuries of storytelling in multiple genres, from migratory fairytales with kings and princesses to legends of ghosts and the Devil to fables with talking animals.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
7 June 2026
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