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as in visible
capable of being seen
that funny expression was a visual hint that she was getting bored
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as in graphical
consisting of or relating to pictures
visual evidence that could be presented in court
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as in graphic
producing a mental picture through clear and impressive description
accounts of Civil War battles that are so grippingly visual that the reader recoils from the sight of so much blood
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as in diagram
something that visually explains or decorates a text
the strong visuals in the beginning biology book compensate somewhat for the weak text
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Recent Examples of visual
Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2025
The script didn’t include the visual elements that would ultimately come to define the franchise – the neo-noir, the 1970s style kung fu – but Stahelski remembers Reddick inherently understanding the movie's vast potential for storytelling and world-building.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 7 June 2025
Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
The visuals consist of a cute animated jellyfish underwater, and as brainwaves shift, the water changes color.
—New Atlas, 5 June 2025
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Adjective
For example, colorful hardware in a small kitchen with a lot of cabinets can overwhelm the space with visual clutter rather than color.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2025
The script didn’t include the visual elements that would ultimately come to define the franchise – the neo-noir, the 1970s style kung fu – but Stahelski remembers Reddick inherently understanding the movie's vast potential for storytelling and world-building.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 7 June 2025
Noun
But Nintendo is launching Switch Edition 2 versions of existing games that enable those titles to take advantage of the Switch 2’s new hardware with improved visuals and new gameplay modes.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
The visuals consist of a cute animated jellyfish underwater, and as brainwaves shift, the water changes color.
—New Atlas, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for visual
Adjective
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Using optical scanning and manual net-by-net reverse-engineering, Brodesco recreated the PlayStation 1's schematic in modern PCB design software.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
12 June 2025
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The Focus Pro 30K optical sensor is a standout inclusion.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 June 2025
Adjective
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In all versions, the same person in a red coat and beanie appears, and a 63rd Street sign is visible—confirming the location.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 June 2025
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The stunning natural phenomenon, formally known as aurora borealis, is expected to be visible over some northern-tier and upper Midwest states, according to the NOAA.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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Using tools like the fishbone diagram to track symptoms back to their source.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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After the supplies were unloaded, Qasem Hassan pulled a medical smock over her black jacket and entered a classroom decorated with diagrams of the digestive system.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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This feature is one of optic technology's most significant steps forward in recent years.—
Matt Morris,
Space.com,
22 May 2025
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Contributor Terri Williams says one of her favorite features is its optic cleaner head that cleans and polishes her hard floors.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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Even more notably, Tha Carter V sold a massive 480,000 units in its debut week back in 2018, underscoring a noticeable slide in first-week performance over the years.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
12 June 2025
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The dog's most distinctive feature—a noticeable facial deformity—raised immediate questions.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
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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Over time, young children begin to understand a picture book’s storylines and illustrations more deeply.—
Sarah Lindenfeld Hall,
Popular Science,
11 June 2025
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The home screen consists of large icons that are well-labeled and easily distinguished from each other by both color and illustration.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 June 2025
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“Visual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visual. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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