pictorializing

present participle of pictorialize
as in illustrating
to supplement with pictorial matter for the purpose of explanation or decoration N.C. Wyeth is remembered for vividly pictorializing a number of classic works of literature

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illustrating
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  • The second prototype was a wearable bracelet that changed color by circulating fluid through adaptive materials, illustrating how the technology could be used in smart clothing or responsive displays that alter their appearance on demand.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 12 June 2026
  • Melliti’s performance is one of silent suffering, illustrating Fatima’s deference to her family.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
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“Pictorializing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pictorializing. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.

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