as in visualization
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as in depicting
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 describing
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 reflecting
to reproduce or show (an exact likeness) as a mirror would
the burnished chrome fixtures imaged the jewelry store's glittery merchandise
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as in imagining
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 imaging
Daryl Austin, USA Today, 5 Jan. 2026
Showing the shift from self-reporting and survey data to brain imaging in ADHD studies, the researchers looked at resting-state fMRI scans of more than 11,000 individuals in the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study.
—New Atlas, 3 Jan. 2026
Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2025
These are imaging techniques that allow for a clearer look at the structure of a specimen under a microscope.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 4 Dec. 2025
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Noun
Long-term care often also involves regular monitoring through blood tests, imaging and specialist visits to ensure disease activity remains under control.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 5 Jan. 2026
Showing the shift from self-reporting and survey data to brain imaging in ADHD studies, the researchers looked at resting-state fMRI scans of more than 11,000 individuals in the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study.
—New Atlas, 3 Jan. 2026
Verb
The system’s capabilities were demonstrated by imaging a bullet cartridge, capturing micrometer-scale details such as the firing pin impression.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2025
These are imaging techniques that allow for a clearer look at the structure of a specimen under a microscope.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 4 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imaging
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Think stress management, sleep hygiene, visualization and goal setting.—
Michelle Bruton,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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The performance, visualization and fine arts building was the latest to be added to campus renderings.—
Samuel O'Neal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Jan. 2026
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In the 18th and 19th centuries, this square was the site of a slave market; today, bronze sculptures depicting scenes of branding and auctioning stand in memory of that brutal past.—
Caitlin Gunther,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Jan. 2026
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British law prohibits distribution of deepfake imagery depicting adults.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
12 Jan. 2026
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The paper describing the system has been published in the journal Radiation Measurements, and is open access so that others may benefit from the findings.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
28 Jan. 2026
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But O'Hara said he's seen no evidence that Pretti brandished a weapon, describing him as someone who appeared to be lawfully recording law enforcement activity while legally carrying a firearm.—
Sarah N. Lynch,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The list intentionally avoids being overly banker-centric or academic, reflecting more how M&A is experienced by leaders and employees through the life-cycle of a transaction.—
Jennifer J. Fondrevay,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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While women and girls continue to be disproportionately affected, men and boys are increasingly being targeted, reflecting shifting patterns of violence, which have become more brutal, the report says.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
28 Jan. 2026
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At some point, every entrepreneur and company leader must move from imagining the future to building products and services customers will gladly pay for.—
Esade Business & Law School,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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No one will accuse Izzard of not having done her homework on every aspect of the historical backdrop of the show, as well as having done the difficult work of imagining the blocking and voicing that will help an audience keep all those characters straight.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
23 Jan. 2026
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In recent stories and this new novel, Saunders’s fiction has begun to feel both darker and a bit frustrated, spiritually and artistically.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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That's a remarkably wide release for a documentary — a film form which rarely exerts the same box office pull as fiction features — meaning Melania will be easier to see on the big screen than most docs.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Jan. 2026
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Even the most inspirational films about growing up in the inner-city have a tendency to look down on their subjects, portraying them as characters to be rescued or redeemed.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
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Later in her career, Wendel also stepped into voice acting, portraying Aunt Grizelda in the film adaptation of The Lorax.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
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The agents walk away without rendering aid.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Jan. 2026
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Gaza’s health system was decimated in the war, rendering advanced surgical procedures out of reach.—
Sam Metz,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Imaging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imaging. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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