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Recent Examples of profiles
Rupal Patel, CNBC, 15 Apr. 2026
Brian Steinberg, Variety, 11 June 2026
Mario, meanwhile, profiles the late governor of New York, Mario Cuomo, with appearances by all of Mario’s children, including his son Andrew, who served two terms as governor of New York himself (and a bit of a third before scandal forced him to resign).
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 2 June 2026
In Vogue, Robert Sullivan profiles former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland from New Mexico.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 2 June 2026
For the June issue, Chris Heath profiles Choupette.
—Drew Goins, The Atlantic, 19 May 2026
In addition, the Pirates have arguably the best starting pitching prospect in the minors in Seth Hernandez, who profiles as a future ace.
—Jim Bowden, New York Times, 19 May 2026
The rivetingly intimate Jail Time Records profiles the first prison recording studio on the African continent and three incarcerated artists who express themselves through music.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026
Staff writer Abigail Montanez profiles a home on Pantelleria, off the coast of Sicily, where a traditional dammuso was transformed into a tranquil family retreat rooted in the island’s volcanic landscape.
—John Vorwald, Robb Report, 15 Feb. 2026
Eric Olson profiles Karl Ove Knausgaard.
—Literary Hub, 14 Jan. 2026
Noun
Gather information from friends, colleagues and social media profiles, and start to build a profile.
—Rupal Patel, CNBC, 15 Apr. 2026
Verb
And Jack Blanchard profiles Andy Burnham, the audacious British mayor looking to beat the populist right and then topple Keir Starmer.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 11 June 2026
Mario, meanwhile, profiles the late governor of New York, Mario Cuomo, with appearances by all of Mario’s children, including his son Andrew, who served two terms as governor of New York himself (and a bit of a third before scandal forced him to resign).
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 2 June 2026
In Vogue, Robert Sullivan profiles former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland from New Mexico.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 2 June 2026
For the June issue, Chris Heath profiles Choupette.
—Drew Goins, The Atlantic, 19 May 2026
In addition, the Pirates have arguably the best starting pitching prospect in the minors in Seth Hernandez, who profiles as a future ace.
—Jim Bowden, New York Times, 19 May 2026
The rivetingly intimate Jail Time Records profiles the first prison recording studio on the African continent and three incarcerated artists who express themselves through music.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026
Staff writer Abigail Montanez profiles a home on Pantelleria, off the coast of Sicily, where a traditional dammuso was transformed into a tranquil family retreat rooted in the island’s volcanic landscape.
—John Vorwald, Robb Report, 15 Feb. 2026
Eric Olson profiles Karl Ove Knausgaard.
—Literary Hub, 14 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for profiles
Noun
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The whites of lights and balloons popped, and black suits seemed extremely dark while clearly retaining their cuts and contours.—
Will Greenwald,
PC Magazine,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The original carriage house and stables were split off during this midcentury era, later carving out their own Hollywood histories.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
15 June 2026
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The current model of compliance is largely retrospective—organizations assemble batch records, deviation histories and documentation trails to prove after the fact that processes were followed.—
Nagesh Nama,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
Verb
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The non-binding agreement outlines a framework for the companies to evaluate technical and commercial details.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
17 June 2026
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The framework also outlines measures da Zaeli said are needed to ensure legal certainty, avoid undue liability and safeguard the right to full defense and due process.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
Noun
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The figures involved in setting up the fight are Saudi boxing powerbroker Turki Al-Sheikh, Ring Magazine and Saudi entertainment group Sela as well as broadcaster Netflix.—
Chris McKenna,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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The project, the National Garden of American Heroes, is slated to feature 250 statues of historical figures from America’s past who have contributed to the nation's cultural, scientific, economic, and political heritage, commemorating the 250th anniversary of America’s independence.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
Noun
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Funerals were held for the victims on Friday, June 12, at the Dawson Creek Alliance Church, according to online obituaries.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
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The women spent their days working together on landscaping and maintenance projects, alternating between their homes to keep the work enjoyable, according to the obituaries.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 June 2026
Verb
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The Breadwinner star pictures the destination as the culmination of his career, according to a Wall Street Journal profile published on May 15.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
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Miss Manners pictures your guests, looking forward to a pleasant evening with you, being confronted with your suggestions.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Summer sneakers are all about slim silhouettes and mixed textures.—
Aemilia Madden,
Vogue,
18 June 2026
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At Van Cleef & Arpels, ancient Egyptian silhouettes are realized in softened but no less splendid formats.—
Jill Newman,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
Noun
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Both of us have these complicated pasts.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
15 June 2026
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Throughout the season, secrets about their pasts are revealed, leading to relationships — both familial and romantic — fracturing.—
Christopher Rudolph,
PEOPLE,
11 June 2026
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“Profiles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/profiles. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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