as in graphics
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 visuals
Pairing the right music and visuals is essential for evoking emotion, setting tone and transporting audiences to new worlds.
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Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 14 Jan. 2026
The rapper has largely kept details about the album under wraps, though its creative direction has been framed as a continuation of his long-standing interest in fashion, film and boundary-pushing visuals.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 13 Jan. 2026
When government guidelines contradict science, and the visuals contradict their own text, clients start to question the credibility of the entire nutrition profession.
—Hannah Van Ark, STAT, 13 Jan. 2026
Despite the frightening visuals, Maynard said these vehicles are often safer than human drivers, due to fewer distractions, and are designed to respond quickly once issues are identified.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
There were audible groans during the commercial breaks when the Polymarket visuals appeared on screen for categories like best podcast.
—Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 12 Jan. 2026
For a website, high-quality visuals, mobile responsiveness, and intuitive navigation may improve user experience and trust in the brand.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 11 Jan. 2026
Strain gently into a coupe or cocktail glass, express a lemon peel over the top and discard (for aroma), and decorate the foam with drops of angostura bitters (for visuals).
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2026
Suddenly, several themes and visuals from their disaster thriller about a comet that obliterates the majority of Earth were on display in real time.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 9 Jan. 2026
Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 14 Jan. 2026
The rapper has largely kept details about the album under wraps, though its creative direction has been framed as a continuation of his long-standing interest in fashion, film and boundary-pushing visuals.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 13 Jan. 2026
When government guidelines contradict science, and the visuals contradict their own text, clients start to question the credibility of the entire nutrition profession.
—Hannah Van Ark, STAT, 13 Jan. 2026
Despite the frightening visuals, Maynard said these vehicles are often safer than human drivers, due to fewer distractions, and are designed to respond quickly once issues are identified.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
There were audible groans during the commercial breaks when the Polymarket visuals appeared on screen for categories like best podcast.
—Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 12 Jan. 2026
For a website, high-quality visuals, mobile responsiveness, and intuitive navigation may improve user experience and trust in the brand.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 11 Jan. 2026
Strain gently into a coupe or cocktail glass, express a lemon peel over the top and discard (for aroma), and decorate the foam with drops of angostura bitters (for visuals).
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2026
Suddenly, several themes and visuals from their disaster thriller about a comet that obliterates the majority of Earth were on display in real time.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 9 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for visuals
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Certain graphics on this page may be affected by ad-blocking software.—
Dom Luszczyszyn,
New York Times,
11 Jan. 2026
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Since then, Hjeltness has expanded the shop’s focus from primarily everyday business printing — think business cards, letterhead, invoices — to additionally incorporate more colorful marketing materials, wide-format banners and storefront graphics.—
Jared Kaufman,
Twin Cities,
11 Jan. 2026
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Dustin further diagrams all of this for the entire team in Episode 7.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
25 Dec. 2025
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By working with a wide range of manufacturing industry data—from maintenance manuals and machine automation code to complex diagrams, 3D drawings, and process data—gen AI has the potential to establish new ways for people and machines to collaborate.—
Johannes Berndt,
Harvard Business Review,
14 Dec. 2025
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The document that landed Wednesday numbers 10 pages, with illustrations and cover letter — although supplemental material reached some 250 pages.—
Sarah Todd,
STAT,
7 Jan. 2026
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This was a darker point in Bowie's career, expressed by Cordell through the use of grey, black and red in his illustrations.—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
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Western counterparts often acknowledge them privately, even as public backlash from some European institutions and media figures ensued against Rubio’s candor.—
Daniel Ross Goodman,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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The Mean Green’s best football season ever wasn’t even over before the major figures from that team left, or announced their intentions to bounce ASAP; when the season did end, moments after UNT defeated San Diego State to win the New Mexico Bowl, is when the great Denton flood began.—
Mac Engel
January 9,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Visuals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visuals. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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