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having many features or details
He told a descriptive story about his trip to Spain that captured our attention. An overly descriptive account of the movie that left little to the imagination.
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Recent Examples of descriptive
The company said dramatized or descriptive segments covering those topics still fall outside advertiser-friendly guidelines.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 Jan. 2026
There is a reason for the descriptive label of underground cultures and subcultures.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
Another problem in Lee’s view is that Las Vegas Athletics is geographically descriptive.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 7 Jan. 2026
At the time, the standard way of describing chess moves was descriptive notation, says John McCrary, a former president of the United States Chess Federation who maintains a collection of some 100 chess books from before 1900.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Dec. 2025
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 Jan. 2026
There is a reason for the descriptive label of underground cultures and subcultures.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
Another problem in Lee’s view is that Las Vegas Athletics is geographically descriptive.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 7 Jan. 2026
At the time, the standard way of describing chess moves was descriptive notation, says John McCrary, a former president of the United States Chess Federation who maintains a collection of some 100 chess books from before 1900.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for descriptive
Adjective
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Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Mar. 2026
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Among the most compelling evidence the jury saw was bystander and police bodycam footage that showed the graphic and chaotic aftermath of the crash.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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This effectively sets X-ray astronomy back by a decade, with the earliest realistic timeline for an X-ray flagship now looking like the 2050s or even 2060s.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
11 Mar. 2026
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Yet officials are also realistic about their limitations.—
Collin Binkley,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Rodriguez frequently expresses her views in vivid terms, and in ways that can annoy her colleagues.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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In contrast, during the Arab oil embargo in the 1970s led to long lines of cars at gas pumps that remain vivid memories for many.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Your 5th House of Frivolity welcomes Luna’s presence, encouraging expressive risks that feel joyful in the moment and help your confidence grow over time.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
14 Mar. 2026
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Homes feel more lived-in, more expressive, and more human.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Maritim Marina Bay Resort & Casino, Vlore Located along the picturesque coastline of Vlore, the Maritim Marina Bay Resort & Casino is another high-end escape, this time with panoramic ocean views.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Mar. 2026
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Most take it in stride, or consider the situation at Indian Wells a fair tradeoff for the otherwise gorgeous backdrop of mountains, picturesque sunsets and lavish facilities.—
Douglas Robson,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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Clevenger said McDonogh's greatest gift was his push to make sure The Courier Journal's photographic archive was kept safe.—
Lillian Metzmeier,
Louisville Courier Journal,
6 Mar. 2026
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There may even be photographic evidence of me collecting my winnings.—
Elise Taylor,
Vanity Fair,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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While continuous glucose monitors are generally considered accurate, the American Diabetes Association said in an email that finger sticks should be available as a backup, particularly if symptoms do not match the monitor’s reading.—
Elizabeth Chuck,
NBC news,
11 Mar. 2026
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Throwing objects such as tennis balls, water balloons and small rocks at the bear can work, but using a paintball marker or slingshot can be more accurate and deliver more contact warnings in a short period of time, according to DEEP.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
11 Mar. 2026
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The affair between Clark and Carol called for some fairly ridiculous, kinky and specific acts in a hotel room.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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The brand encourages anyone with specific requirements to contact the property directly before booking to discuss options.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Descriptive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/descriptive. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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