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as in demonstrates
to show or make clear by using examples
she illustrated her point with a story about her experiences as a field anthropologist
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as in illuminates
to supplement with pictorial matter for the purpose of explanation or decoration
lavishly illustrated the monograph on Caravaggio with color plates
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as in explains
to make plain or understandable
the recent devastating fire illustrates the need for improved safety codes
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Recent Examples of illustrates
The tape illustrates something else.
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Luca Evans, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2025
Some 80 kilometers southeast of Nairobi lies another satellite city project that illustrates just such a cautionary tale.
—Erika Page, Christian Science Monitor, 11 Apr. 2025
The case illustrates the complexity of immigration applications, which Sanchez-Roig said are often far more difficult than people assume.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2025
For organizations, Gannon's experience illustrates the importance of culture and leadership.
—Omaid Homayun, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
His career illustrates that mental toughness isn’t simply about weathering storms but about creating excellence through daily habits and the courage to set high standards for yourself and others.
—Omaid Homayun, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
This illustrates why only a few VCs – about 20 – 30 – see significant success and why funding for these ventures tends to come from the top 20-30 VCs.
—Dileep Rao, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Their short scene together illustrates just how close to the surface Matt aggression lives.
—Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 9 Apr. 2025
This illustrates the real key to success.
—Dileep Rao, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Luca Evans, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2025
Some 80 kilometers southeast of Nairobi lies another satellite city project that illustrates just such a cautionary tale.
—Erika Page, Christian Science Monitor, 11 Apr. 2025
The case illustrates the complexity of immigration applications, which Sanchez-Roig said are often far more difficult than people assume.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2025
For organizations, Gannon's experience illustrates the importance of culture and leadership.
—Omaid Homayun, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
His career illustrates that mental toughness isn’t simply about weathering storms but about creating excellence through daily habits and the courage to set high standards for yourself and others.
—Omaid Homayun, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
This illustrates why only a few VCs – about 20 – 30 – see significant success and why funding for these ventures tends to come from the top 20-30 VCs.
—Dileep Rao, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Their short scene together illustrates just how close to the surface Matt aggression lives.
—Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 9 Apr. 2025
This illustrates the real key to success.
—Dileep Rao, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for illustrates
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This once again demonstrates that Russia seeks to prolong the war and postpone peace for as long as possible.—
Barak Ravid,
Axios,
13 Mar. 2025
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Infrastructure management through multi-agent systems demonstrates similar advances in protection and efficiency.—
Andres Zunino,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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This philosophy illuminates why Vaz’s long-term goals are focused on professional success and meaningful community impact.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
6 Mar. 2025
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Young’s work now illuminates marginalized histories, like his 2024 Lost Tribes of Florida suits in royal purple.—
Harriet Shepherd,
Vogue,
5 Mar. 2025
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But of course, the fact that Bezos’s message meant anything partisan at all explains the problem for the rest of the progressive press.—
Tiana Lowe Doescher,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
28 Feb. 2025
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Jones explains that turning to supplements can feel like a way to regain control or quickly improve appearance for those who struggle with these emotions.—
Jazmin Towe,
Parents,
27 Feb. 2025
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Sephora Joins Part Of A Larger Movement The Sephora-Valkyries partnership exemplifies a growing trend of brands forming meaningful connections with sports organizations and empowerment initiatives.—
Shelley E. Kohan,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Tag Heuer exemplifies this balance under the leadership of new CEO Antoine Pin.—
Stéphane JG Girod,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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However, the bill’s text makes no mention of the riot and only clarifies that House data stored elsewhere is still under the control of House rules.—
Julia Shapero,
The Hill,
19 Dec. 2024
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This fact clarifies Melton’s character.—
Longreads,
Longreads,
18 Dec. 2024
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“Illustrates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/illustrates. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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