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consisting of or relating to pictures
that photojournalist is planning to do a primarily pictorial report on the famine in Africa
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producing a mental picture through clear and impressive description
she writes a very pictorial kind of poetry, using words the way a painter applies strokes of color
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Recent Examples of pictorial
Mark Price, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2025
Both artist and sitter participated in putting on a pictorial show.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2025
Kate Armanini, BostonGlobe.com, 3 Mar. 2023
In January 1960 Stevens was Playboy’s Playmate of the Month (she was later featured in Playboy pictorials in 1965 and 1968, and on the magazine’s list of the 100 Sexiest Stars of the 20th Century, Stevens appeared at No. 27).
—Carmel Dagan, Variety, 17 Feb. 2023
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Adjective
Historians noted similar murals could be found on other Navy ships from World War II, all of them serving as a pictorial history of each vessel’s adventures and a source of pride for the crew.
—Mark Price, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2025
Both artist and sitter participated in putting on a pictorial show.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2025
Noun
In this photo, Jayson Tatum (right) and Celtics fans erupt after his basket at the buzzer defeated Kyrie Irving (left) and the Nets 115-114.Jim Davis/Globe Staff Jonathan Wiggs received an honorable mention in pictorial in the Boston Press Photographers Association’s 2022 annual contests.
—Kate Armanini, BostonGlobe.com, 3 Mar. 2023
In January 1960 Stevens was Playboy’s Playmate of the Month (she was later featured in Playboy pictorials in 1965 and 1968, and on the magazine’s list of the 100 Sexiest Stars of the 20th Century, Stevens appeared at No. 27).
—Carmel Dagan, Variety, 17 Feb. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pictorial
Noun
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The 2025 edition of the Transilvania International Film Festival, taking place in Cluj-Napoca between June 13-22, is looking at the future — but also at the past.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
13 June 2025
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The organizers of the Armory Show have named the more than 230 galleries from thirty-five countries set to participate in the New York event’s 2025 edition, which will take place at the Javits Center September 5–7, with preview day on September 4.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
12 June 2025
Adjective
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This story contains graphic descriptions that some readers may find disturbing.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
13 June 2025
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Working with a crack team of technology editors, graphic designers and social media experts, Clint crafts thought leadership content around Dell Technologies’ APEX as-a-Service portfolio.—
Clint Boulton,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
Adjective
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Even subtle sounds like tunnel chases or brutal hits in The Batman feel vivid.—
Prakhar Khanna,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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But, the smoke remains generally high in the atmosphere, likely resulting only in vivid red sunrises and sunsets rather than ground-level health concerns.—
Jim Sergent,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
Noun
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In February, the new Trump administration rescinded an OCR fact sheet issued by the Department of Education in the waning days of Joe Biden’s presidency.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2025
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Come fall, simply swap your cooling sheets for insulated flannel sheets to enjoy this cushy quilt in every season.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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Rosenheim believes that early photographic portraits empowered working-class Americans.—
Lillian Ali,
Smithsonian Magazine,
6 June 2025
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Today the brand goes on but the brand is often licensed to third parties producing photographic products for the digital age.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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The United States Patent and Trademark Office refuses trademarks that are primarily geographically descriptive, which is rather obvious.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Instead of an initial setup tutorial, Surfshark explains every feature in detail with descriptive labels for each element.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
19 May 2025
Noun
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The irony is that it is accepted that the tabloids found in the grocery store checkout aisle are often made-up or greatly exaggerated.—
Peter Suciu,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Upon return to the city, he is haunted by memories of the death of his socialite best friend only months before; the investigation into what happened is ongoing, tabloids report.—
Jasmine Vojdani,
Vulture,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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Some Miley Cyrus fans who paid top dollar to attend the Tribeca Festival debut of the singer’s new visual album, Something Beautiful, appeared to be under the impression that a post-screening Q&A would include a concert.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
9 June 2025
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Canada continues to be a powerhouse in the world of animation, with its filmmakers consistently pushing the boundaries of storytelling and visual artistry.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
8 June 2025
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“Pictorial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pictorial. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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