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as in photograph
a picture created from an image recorded on a light-sensitive surface by a camera an album of wedding photos

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verb

as in to photograph
to take a photograph of photoed the historic mansion for a decorating magazine

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Noun
The following items are needed: a copy of Social Security number; copy of photo identification, such as a driver’s license; proof of current or previous address; documents that verify proof of ownership, such as tax return, original check, or utility bill; and a signature on the claim form. Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 25 July 2025 The Courier Journal has captured daily life in Louisville for more than 100 years, and our archive photos show the city's history, changes and iconic moments throughout the 1900s. Ray Padilla, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 July 2025 When Chapman's home was searched, FBI agents took photos of her setup, which is... something to behold, really. Nate Anderson, ArsTechnica, 25 July 2025 Mendoza was seen smirking in his arrest photo, seeming to be unfazed by his capture. Stepheny Price , Bill Melugin, FOXNews.com, 15 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for photo
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  • Newman and Curtin also were responsible for one of the night's most moving moments, holding up a photograph of the late Gilda Radner during the cast's goodbyes at the end of the show.
    Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 24 July 2025
  • While posing for photographs following the ceremony, the newlywed showed off a chunky platinum band sitting alongside her diamond solitaire engagement ring.
    Emily Chan, Vogue, 23 July 2025
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  • The two sparked dating rumors earlier this month after Megan posted a pic with a low-key Klay in the background.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 24 July 2025
  • In addition to its staggering domestic haul, the DC Universe pic has raked in $173 million internationally, for a total of over $426 million globally, as of Wednesday, according to BoxOfficeMojo.com.
    Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 24 July 2025
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  • Here’s a snapshot of the action prior to the opening bell in New York: S&P 500 futures were flat (+0.13%) this morning, premarket, after the index closed marginally up at a new all-time high of 6,363.35 yesterday.
    Jim Edwards, Fortune, 25 July 2025
  • After the practice plus interviews at Halas Hall, here’s a snapshot of the camp proceedings.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 23 July 2025

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“Photo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/photo. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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