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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as in to photograph
to take a photograph of
photoed the historic mansion for a decorating magazine
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Recent Examples of photo
Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 26 Mar. 2026
The nostalgic theme was further foreshadowed when McCartney took to his social media Wednesday to post a black-and-white photo of himself believed to be from the late ’50s.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026
However, on private property, the owner can set rules related to photos and videos.
—Samantha Laurey, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 26 Mar. 2026
In cases of violent crime, next of kin can obtain the photos once criminal prosecution, including all appeals, is resolved.
—Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 26 Mar. 2026
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The message was written alongside a photo of herself in a hospital cot with IV fluids.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 26 Mar. 2026
The nostalgic theme was further foreshadowed when McCartney took to his social media Wednesday to post a black-and-white photo of himself believed to be from the late ’50s.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026
However, on private property, the owner can set rules related to photos and videos.
—Samantha Laurey, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 26 Mar. 2026
In cases of violent crime, next of kin can obtain the photos once criminal prosecution, including all appeals, is resolved.
—Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 26 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for photo
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This is the title of the iconic Man Ray photograph from 1924 of Kiki de Montparnasse, with the f-holes of a violin collaged onto her back.—
Laura Brown,
Artforum,
25 Mar. 2026
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Defense lawyers noted Monday, for example, that two 9-mm spent shell casings seen in a photograph under the arm of Moïse’s bullet-riddled body on the floor next to his bed could have been fired from pistols on which the FBI failed to conduct ballistics testing.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2026
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The Heated Rivalry music is about to get even hotter, thanks to icy silver vinyl and shirtless-pic CDs.—
Keith Caulfield,
Billboard,
24 Mar. 2026
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Thomas Kail directs the pic, which features original songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foaʻi and Mark Mancina, and an original score composed by Mancina.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
23 Mar. 2026
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Miller dapping up Charlotte rapper DaBaby following a thunderous right-handed fast-break dunk in the fourth quarter provided the perfect snapshot of just how well things went for the Hornets against a team that can contend to hoist the Larry O’Brien Trophy following the NBA Finals come June.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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From eye-opening sessions to game-changing discussions, here's a snapshot of the trends and insights that no infosec professional can afford to ignore.—
Neil J. Rubenking,
PC Magazine,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Photo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/photo. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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