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the way you behave, talk, etc., with other people that causes them to see you as a particular kind of person
His public persona is that of a strong, determined leader, but in private life he's very insecure. The band takes on a whole new persona when they perform live.
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Recent Examples of persona
At the start of the month, there was greater focus on your public persona and sense of authority, but this could’ve led you to re-evaluate and reflect on how your career impacts your relationships.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 12 May 2025
This is where the property’s main persona as a wedding venue really shines: Candlelit dinners in the Pavilion—rustic yet romantic with an oversized fireplace as its centerpiece—feel choreographed, in that tables are served course after course at roughly the same time.
—Alisha Prakash, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2025
Foley also directed music videos for rock band Deep Purple and Marky Mark, actor Mark Wahlberg’s former rap persona.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2025
At the end of Season 3, after the two have successfully reinvented her persona and rebuilt her career, Deborah lands the late-night show of her dreams and promises to make Ava head writer, only to renege at the eleventh hour—prompting Ava to clinch the position via blackmail instead.
—Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 5 May 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 12 May 2025
This is where the property’s main persona as a wedding venue really shines: Candlelit dinners in the Pavilion—rustic yet romantic with an oversized fireplace as its centerpiece—feel choreographed, in that tables are served course after course at roughly the same time.
—Alisha Prakash, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2025
Foley also directed music videos for rock band Deep Purple and Marky Mark, actor Mark Wahlberg’s former rap persona.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2025
At the end of Season 3, after the two have successfully reinvented her persona and rebuilt her career, Deborah lands the late-night show of her dreams and promises to make Ava head writer, only to renege at the eleventh hour—prompting Ava to clinch the position via blackmail instead.
—Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 5 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for persona
Noun
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To backtrack: Sepideh Farsi was compelled by the images coming out of Gaza to travel there.—
Sophie Monks Kaufman,
IndieWire,
17 May 2025
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Russia is playing for time, evidently, and amassing forces on the eastern frontline, drone images show, ahead of a likely summer offensive.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Wendt became a household name for his portrayal of Norm and went on to become a six-time Emmy nominee over the course of the show's run.—
Esther Kang,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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Without a doubt, there is controversy surrounding the portrayal of Black women on reality television.—
Ime Ekpo,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
Noun
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For the past two years, a prototype facade has been in use on a greenhouse in the University of Freiburg's Botanical Garden, in the state of Baden-Württemberg.—
Ben Coxworth
May 23,
New Atlas,
23 May 2025
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When a simple mistake turns into a fatal error for one of his patients, Sam tries to bury the truth under a facade of perfection, knowing that a lifetime of deceit is about to be exposed.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
22 May 2025
Noun
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The Skin Glow, for instance, with SPF 30, helps prevent sun spots and reduce the appearance of dark spots, while adding natural glow with niacinamide, spirulina maxima extract and sodium hyaluronate.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
21 May 2025
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Thus, June’s competition will mark her first appearance at a sanctioned meet since the 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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“Persona.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persona. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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