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
Emily Shapiro, ABC News, 9 Jan. 2026
Users can also upload personal artwork or photos through a simple mobile website, without installing apps or relying on cloud services.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Jan. 2026
Drivers should therefore keep digital copies of their policy, repair receipts, photos of their car and any communications with their insurer.
—Ethan M. Stone, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
The 47-year-old showcased her physique on Instagram with a series of photos in a pastel triangle string bikini accented with beaded details.
—Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Her post included several videos and photos of Dibs throughout his lifetime.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Click here to see more photos of Mallorca’s most expensive home.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2025
The nonprofit has attracted interest in the homes since posting photos of their move-in-ready state, Fox said.
—Addie Costello, jsonline.com, 5 Nov. 2025
See photos in the gallery below.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
Mary Lebus, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Dec. 2025
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Federal court records in that case identify the ICE officer Jonathan Ross as witness in the case and include photos of his injuries.
—Emily Shapiro, ABC News, 9 Jan. 2026
Users can also upload personal artwork or photos through a simple mobile website, without installing apps or relying on cloud services.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Jan. 2026
Drivers should therefore keep digital copies of their policy, repair receipts, photos of their car and any communications with their insurer.
—Ethan M. Stone, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
The 47-year-old showcased her physique on Instagram with a series of photos in a pastel triangle string bikini accented with beaded details.
—Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Her post included several videos and photos of Dibs throughout his lifetime.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Click here to see more photos of Mallorca’s most expensive home.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2025
The nonprofit has attracted interest in the homes since posting photos of their move-in-ready state, Fox said.
—Addie Costello, jsonline.com, 5 Nov. 2025
See photos in the gallery below.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
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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Agents reportedly found Wu again, who admitted to taking videos of the B‑2 Spirit aircraft and numerous photographs of the base, including its perimeter fencing, a gate and military equipment.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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Each room will be accompanied by his audio narration, along with behind-the-scenes videos, original sketches and photographs.—
Eva Remijan-Toba,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Jan. 2026
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Sure, Larsa Pippen and Denise Richards have been selling pics of their boobs and feet for years, but this is the first time that people with preestablished hardcore content have been cast on a show.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
7 Jan. 2026
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Seinfeld and Louis-Dreyfus posted pics to Instagram late Sunday night, sending longtime fans of their work into spirals of happiness, if the multitude of likes is any indicator.—
Jordan Hoffman,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Dec. 2025
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The new mom gave a baby update in December, sharing a photo of her baby bump in the mirror along with other snapshots.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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Their slideshow included pictures of the royal couple celebrating the 80th anniversary of VE Day in May, among other snapshots.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
30 Dec. 2025
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“Photos.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/photos. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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