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as in picture
something or someone that strongly resembles another
the girl is growing up to be the perfect image of her mother
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as in illustration
a two-dimensional design intended to look like a person or thing
a cave with prehistoric images of wild animals
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as in idea
something imagined or pictured in the mind
a sentimental visit to her childhood home to see if it still matched her mental image of the place
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as in manifestation
a visible representation of something abstract (as a quality)
a general who became for many the very image of the stoic warrior
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as in to depict
to present a picture of
in the painting Sacagawea is imaged as an intrepid woman pointing the way for Lewis and Clark
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as in to describe
to give a representation or account of in words
the brochure images a vacation at the resort in language that makes you want to make a reservation this instant
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as in to picture
to form a mental picture of
anyone who still images the cape's coastline as a scene of unspoiled beauty is in for a rude awakening
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Recent Examples of image
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
View gallery - 3 images IBM has developed the blueprint for producing a processor using sub-1-nanometer (nm) chip technology, outdoing its own efforts to increase efficiency and processing power with 2-nm tech from a few years ago.
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Abhimanyu Ghoshal,
New Atlas,
26 June 2026
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
9 June 2026
At the beginning of the experiment, imaging tools that allowed the researchers to monitor which parts of the brain were being activated showed that the prefrontal cortex was carrying out the work.
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David Cox,
NBC news,
4 June 2026
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Noun
When Neal arrived in Mexico City, he was selected for secondary screening by Mexican border authorities, who observed images on his phone that constituted child pornography, the complaint states.
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Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
View gallery - 3 images IBM has developed the blueprint for producing a processor using sub-1-nanometer (nm) chip technology, outdoing its own efforts to increase efficiency and processing power with 2-nm tech from a few years ago.
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Abhimanyu Ghoshal,
New Atlas,
26 June 2026
Verb
Mustering all the courage and strength one would image a survivor of such a crime would need to seek help, Ilana Miller (Tina Ivlev) is on edge.
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Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
9 June 2026
At the beginning of the experiment, imaging tools that allowed the researchers to monitor which parts of the brain were being activated showed that the prefrontal cortex was carrying out the work.
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David Cox,
NBC news,
4 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for image
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The Department of State, which handles visa applications from abroad, has not released its full 2025 data, but the numbers through September show a similar picture.
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Some Mars scientists say SkyFall also won’t meaningfully inform other big-picture research questions, such as digging into the planet’s history or understanding how its surface and atmosphere interact.
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The military cooperation is a stark illustration of the recent reversal in the relationship between the US and Venezuela.
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The clearest illustration is regional.
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So, Larry took a shine to this idea very quickly, in a way that Larry rarely takes a shine to anything.
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The World's Fair, as it's also known, introduced millions of people to inventions, architecture and ideas that still influence our lives today.
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And Zach, talk about manifestation.
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Dorough, who performs with Richardson, Nick Carter, AJ McLean and Brian Littrell hopes that the manifestation comes true.
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The decor throughout pays homage to local style and the Louisiana environment with white shiplap walls, white-oak details, and, above the beds, oversize plaster wall reliefs depicting magnolia flowers.
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The statue honors the service and sacrifice of first responders and depicts Rose Conroy, the first woman to serve as chief of a professional municipal fire department in California, House said.
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The offender is described as an African-American man between 40-45 years of age, weighing 180-200 pounds, and was last seen wearing a gray/black baseball cap, a light blue shirt, gray pants, and black gym shoes.
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Speaking on the achievement, Dassault Aviation Chairman and CEO Eric Trappier described the maiden flight as an important milestone for the company.
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Trump blames vandalism for the troubles with the reflecting pool renovation, announces people are being arrested.
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The first-of-its-kind event reflected a party eager to experiment and broaden its appeal beyond the traditional political crowd.
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The show’s dramatic romance and journey of self-growth seems to fit in line with something Austen would’ve imagined for her characters.
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Surprisingly, buyers' favorite colors this year go beyond plain white, with certain hues helping rooms feel larger, calmer, and easier to imagine living in.
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“Image.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/image. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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