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as in delegate
a person who acts or does business for another
a representative from the car dealership called to ask how we were enjoying the new car
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as in ambassador
a person sent on a mission to represent another
I speak on this matter as a representative of the people of the U.S.
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as in example
one of a group or collection that shows what the whole is like
this song is a fairly good representative of the other songs on the album
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as in typical
having or showing the qualities associated with the members of a particular group or kind
a representative example of what that talented chef can do with even simple ingredients
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as in symbolical
having the function or meaning of an object or figure that stands for something else
a red cross on this map is representative of a hospital or other medical facility
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Recent Examples of representative
Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 11 Aug. 2025
As the primary oversight bodies in federal agencies, Offices of Inspector General are taxpayer representatives on the inside.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Aug. 2025
Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2025
Yokote, representative director of Blueground Japan, says sustainability — best exemplified by the concept of mottainai, which emphasizes avoiding waste — has been part of Japanese society for centuries.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 27 July 2025
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Noun
On May 11, 1894, workers at the Pullman Palace Car Company in Chicago went on strike to protest wage cuts and the dismissal of union representatives.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 11 Aug. 2025
As the primary oversight bodies in federal agencies, Offices of Inspector General are taxpayer representatives on the inside.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Aug. 2025
Adjective
LaCava, whose District 1 also includes La Jolla and PB, does not support the bill, according to representative Joaquin Quintero.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2025
Yokote, representative director of Blueground Japan, says sustainability — best exemplified by the concept of mottainai, which emphasizes avoiding waste — has been part of Japanese society for centuries.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 27 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for representative
Noun
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One by one, delegates at the United Nations expressed support for a new panel of scientists who would advise countries on how to address chemicals and toxic waste.—
Lisa Song,
ProPublica,
7 Aug. 2025
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During the Honolulu convention, delegates unanimously passed a resolution to advocate for this federal incentive.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Aug. 2025
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The ambassador to Austria-Hungary, Addison Harris, bought the property in 1880.—
John Tuohy,
IndyStar,
14 Aug. 2025
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Jisoo officially joined Self-Portrait as an ambassador in March 2024, prior to her starring roles in the 2024 and 2025 pre-fall campaigns.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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American Airlines, for example, is working with the FAA to develop more fuel efficient routes for its flights.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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For example, Instacart could boost its market share by reducing free delivery thresholds to bring in new customers, Ma said.—
Brian Evans,
CNBC,
17 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The company has a high cash burn rate and a very small revenue base, which is typical for a business in a nascent industry.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The path this system takes, as is typical with many developing tropical systems, rests with a weather feature known as the Bermuda High, a key steering mechanism that often decides the fate of hurricanes.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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When the deputy approached the car, a strong odor of cannabis wafted from inside.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
12 Aug. 2025
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Ming spent nearly nine years with the Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Department, serving as a training officer and acting sergeant in addition to being a deputy.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
12 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The two world leaders met for about three hours alongside senior Russian and U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff, and two Russian aides.—
The Hill,
The Hill,
15 Aug. 2025
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Russia's delegation includes only a few members of Putin's inner circle, with Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, Defense Minister Andrei Belousov, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov and Kirill Dmitriev, Russia's investment and trade envoy, as well as Ushakov.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
15 Aug. 2025
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Sanders is self-funding the production of her initial samples and prototypes, but hopes to raise at least $2 million and have her 10-piece collection ready for launch in 2026.—
Celia Fernandez,
CNBC,
16 Aug. 2025
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The pocket-sized biosensor quickly and accurately detects breast cancer by measuring biomarkers in saliva samples.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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As climate extremes become the new normal and other demand pressures rise, modernizing grid components with U.S.-made technology is essential.—
Shaun Walsh,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Use the normal amount of detergent for your soil level and load size.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Representative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/representative. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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