as in photographs
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 pictures
to take a photograph of
photoed the historic mansion for a decorating magazine
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Recent Examples of photos
Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 17 Feb. 2026
The pair got married in New York City on Valentine’s Day, with the guestlist brimming with Hollywood talent, photos published by People show.
—Jack Guy, CNN Money, 16 Feb. 2026
In two of the photos, her head is either cropped or out of shot entirely.
—Sam Knight, New Yorker, 16 Feb. 2026
Videos and photos have circulated within Sydney's criminal underworld of Baghsarian with severe injuries, local media reported.
—CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
Additional cords wrapped once around the ankle and tied at the side, and a slim stiletto heel, which could be seen in photos posted on social media from stylist Sophie Lopez, completed the silhouette.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 16 Feb. 2026
Krupa handled the application, but Wukitsch provided some photos and gave permission to have the house become part of the initiative.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
That can include your contacts, photos, location, or linked social media accounts like Instagram or Spotify.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 10 Feb. 2026
School photos are rarely acceptable without a release from the photographer.
—Erick Trevino, AZCentral.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Mary Lebus, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Dec. 2025
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Finn Wolfhard, Sadie Sink, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, Natalia Dyer, Charlie Heaton and Joe Keery were among the guests who were photographed walking to the couple's wedding reception, according to the photos published by People.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 17 Feb. 2026
The pair got married in New York City on Valentine’s Day, with the guestlist brimming with Hollywood talent, photos published by People show.
—Jack Guy, CNN Money, 16 Feb. 2026
In two of the photos, her head is either cropped or out of shot entirely.
—Sam Knight, New Yorker, 16 Feb. 2026
Videos and photos have circulated within Sydney's criminal underworld of Baghsarian with severe injuries, local media reported.
—CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
Additional cords wrapped once around the ankle and tied at the side, and a slim stiletto heel, which could be seen in photos posted on social media from stylist Sophie Lopez, completed the silhouette.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 16 Feb. 2026
Krupa handled the application, but Wukitsch provided some photos and gave permission to have the house become part of the initiative.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
That can include your contacts, photos, location, or linked social media accounts like Instagram or Spotify.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 10 Feb. 2026
School photos are rarely acceptable without a release from the photographer.
—Erick Trevino, AZCentral.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Verb
The family photos on the wall are more than just decorations here.
—Mary Lebus, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for photos
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Portraits, politically charged tabletop collages and quiet photographs that capture the simple vibrance of daily life are strewn across Regen’s 20,000 square feet of gallery space.—
Steve Appleford,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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From newspaper articles and photographs to detailed life timelines, Ancestry is incredibly thorough.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Further breakdown of Mouse House pics below.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
15 Feb. 2026
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Follow @klstieg on Instagram for 'fit pics and travel recommendations.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
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Conclusion Taken together, these space systems show how military awareness has shifted from occasional snapshots to near-continuous observation.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Feb. 2026
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Marcloid wanders patiently through these generative soundscapes like a documentarian in thrall to the process, recording snapshots of the music’s continuous ecosystem.—
Maxie Younger,
Pitchfork,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Photos.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/photos. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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