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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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2
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
Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2025
The images of Francis washing the feet of young prisoners will forever be etched in our minds.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
Precipitation of gadolinium from magnetic resonance imaging contrast agents may be the Brass tacks of toxicity.
—John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The asteroid is not fully visible in the first set of high-resolution images NASA released Monday, as the space rock is larger than Lucy's field of view.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2025
The images of Francis washing the feet of young prisoners will forever be etched in our minds.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
Verb
Given the focus on imaging in every modern smartphone, Google is taking full control of the Image Signal Processor.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
Precipitation of gadolinium from magnetic resonance imaging contrast agents may be the Brass tacks of toxicity.
—John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for image
Noun
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Front and center was a picture of Tatum and Williams holding hands, with the actor kissing the model's forehead.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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There were photos of them vacationing with each other, pictures of them dancing, and one of them sharing a kiss.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Just last week, the group shared some tips on how to tell Sunny and Gizmo apart, complete with a photo illustration identifying both of the chicks at different angles.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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Keep reading, or listen to the story » Editor’s Pick Photo illustration by Ricardo Tomás; Source photographs from Getty Is the U.S. Becoming an Autocracy?—
Andrew Marantz,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Lightning struck when this idea converged with advancements in the potential for LLMs to automate customer service.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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The exact numbers vary slightly, but the overall idea is the same.—
Paul Hsieh,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Are these conflicting phrases truly what's in the review — or a manifestation of Carmy's (White) anxiety?—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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The paradox is that these manifestations, on the contrary, bring Ukraine closer to its common enemy, as in Russia, homophobia is flourishing with incredible force right now.—
Sonya Vseliubska,
IndieWire,
28 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Both have been about quote, unquote, love, even though neither show is depicting true love.—
H. Alan Scott,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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Instead, Allie married the rough-around-the-edges man who’s depicted as her one true love, Noah, played by Ryan Gosling.—
Emily Rella,
People.com,
1 May 2025
Verb
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Living history interpreters will interact with the public, describing the events of the time and the life of soldiers on campaign during the early 1800s.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 May 2025
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Those amendments — described by Sen. Faith Winter as the hearing began around 3:15 p.m. — will come at the end of what is set to be a long day in the Senate Judiciary Committee.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
1 May 2025
Verb
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With a focus on inclusivity and national unity, these celebrations will bring together communities, organizations, and individuals to reflect on the nation’s journey while looking ahead to the next chapter of its history.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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This month’s first quarter moon is encouraging you to take a step back to reflect and recharge.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
2 May 2025
Verb
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Now, just imagine for a second if Andy had existed and was estranged from Jackie.—
Ryan Schwartz,
TVLine,
24 Apr. 2025
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It was imagined with a focus on wellness for anyone at any age and any income level.—
Jennifer Castenson,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Image.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/image. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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