as in portraits
a vivid representation in words of someone or something
the general's memoirs are filled with revealing vignettes of some of the war's most compelling personalities
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Recent Examples of vignettes
David Faris, TheWeek, 3 June 2026
Segura has headlined seven Netflix comedy specials since 2014 and created, stars in and executive produces dark comedy Bad Thoughts on the streamer, taking viewers through a series of vignettes in each episode.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 28 May 2026
These same traditions shaped how medical AI systems came to be evaluated, often using complex clinical case vignettes drawn from the New England Journal of Medicine clinicopathological case conference series.
—Spencer Dorn, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
This was the same stuff people could get on podcasts and YouTube vignettes.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 20 May 2026
As expected, Jude largely presents his vignettes at an observational distance, barring, of course, the FaceTime conversations.
—Siddhant Adlakha, IndieWire, 16 May 2026
In these short vignettes and bursts typed largely on the computer, the arcs availed themselves.
—Literary Hub, 15 May 2026
The thoughtfully landscaped courtyard with its water features, eclectic seating vignettes, and verdant foliage deserves a mention.
—Carrie Honaker, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
Ricky Saints and Blake Monroe also had vignettes for their upcoming appearances.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
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Details are scarce, but the series is produced by Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground Productions, features the 44th president in the trailer and will comprise vignettes about America’s long history, as filtered through David’s distinct comedic aesthetic.
—David Faris, TheWeek, 3 June 2026
Segura has headlined seven Netflix comedy specials since 2014 and created, stars in and executive produces dark comedy Bad Thoughts on the streamer, taking viewers through a series of vignettes in each episode.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 28 May 2026
These same traditions shaped how medical AI systems came to be evaluated, often using complex clinical case vignettes drawn from the New England Journal of Medicine clinicopathological case conference series.
—Spencer Dorn, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
This was the same stuff people could get on podcasts and YouTube vignettes.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 20 May 2026
As expected, Jude largely presents his vignettes at an observational distance, barring, of course, the FaceTime conversations.
—Siddhant Adlakha, IndieWire, 16 May 2026
In these short vignettes and bursts typed largely on the computer, the arcs availed themselves.
—Literary Hub, 15 May 2026
The thoughtfully landscaped courtyard with its water features, eclectic seating vignettes, and verdant foliage deserves a mention.
—Carrie Honaker, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
Ricky Saints and Blake Monroe also had vignettes for their upcoming appearances.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vignettes
Noun
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The art show paired portraits of animals that exhibit same-sex behaviors, like peacocks and flamingos, and was meant to be a commentary on how queerness has been hidden throughout history, leaving artists to use symbolism to communicate their point of view.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2026
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Some viewers and beginner-painters valued his bare-bones instructions on how to create unchallenging landscape portraits, while still some others undoubtedly enjoyed Ross and his painting lessons for their snark value.—
Randy McMullen,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
Verb
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The Solana Beach City Council approved a second reading May 27 of an ordinance that outlines the types of structures that are allowed in public spaces used for outdoor dining.—
Luke Harold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2026
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If a tie affects the outcome, state law outlines a process for determining the winner.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
29 May 2026
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Helen Toner, interim executive director at Georgetown University’s Center for Security and Emerging Technology, said those differing descriptions about AI in the military are both true.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
31 May 2026
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Because the majority of deaths in remote or low-income countries occur at home rather than in a hospital, clinical or medical descriptions of the reasons for the mortalities also remain unknown.—
Diane Cole,
NPR,
29 May 2026
Verb
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And with the Dolphins rebuilding, logic hints that the player with upside will eventually be favored.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2026
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The small amount of data also hints that the drug is effective.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
28 May 2026
Noun
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For all the prior cinematic depictions of storming bunkers and camaraderie under fire, Pressure offers us the quiet heroism of rational restraint in the figure of James Stagg, who weathered his inner storms and bore the courage to be disliked.—
Daniel Jonah Wolpert,
NPR,
29 May 2026
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In this way, the film offers one of the most unique and realistic depictions of a famous historical battle ever put to screen.—
Jordan Hoffman,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Nardo’s book traces the history of architecture and artwork in ancient Greece, from its inception to pioneering artists of the era.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
28 May 2026
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Radar, another technology that took hold as a result of World War II, is also a key modern forecasting tool that traces its roots back to World War II.—
Rebecca Hersher,
NPR,
27 May 2026
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On a recent day, a stream of visitors, including school children, walked through the circular room, stopping to sit behind the desk and pose for pictures.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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On a recent day, a stream of visitors, including schoolchildren, walked through the circular room, stopping to sit behind the desk and pose for pictures.—
Sophia Tareen,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
Noun
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The Boroughs is not a frightening show, monster snack-time portrayals notwithstanding.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
31 May 2026
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Many also expressed a desire for portrayals that reflect healthy relationships, rest, softness, sisterhood, and everyday life beyond struggle.—
Dominique Fluker,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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“Vignettes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vignettes. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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