as in graphical
having many features or details
He told a descriptive story about his trip to Spain that captured our attention. An overly descriptive account of the movie that left little to the imagination.
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Recent Examples of descriptive
An abduction must have occurred, the child must be at risk of serious injury or death, and there has to be descriptive information about the child, the suspect or the suspect's vehicle.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024
According to the lawsuit, the first suspension came after employees reported 11 inappropriate statements D’Souza allegedly made to subordinates, some using race as a descriptive term.
—Bymeredith Wadman, science.org, 4 Nov. 2024
Vehicle names don’t come much more descriptive than the Biturbo.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
My medical invoices had descriptive line items and when placed next to photos of the mouldy air-conditioning units, told a plain story of cause and effect.
—Melissa Kenny, refinery29.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024
According to the lawsuit, the first suspension came after employees reported 11 inappropriate statements D’Souza allegedly made to subordinates, some using race as a descriptive term.
—Bymeredith Wadman, science.org, 4 Nov. 2024
Vehicle names don’t come much more descriptive than the Biturbo.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
My medical invoices had descriptive line items and when placed next to photos of the mouldy air-conditioning units, told a plain story of cause and effect.
—Melissa Kenny, refinery29.com, 30 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for descriptive
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The couple sported matching outfits for that occasion as well, with Cooper donning a bright red T-shirt with a pair of gray athletic pants, while Gigi wore a white graphic T-shirt tucked into blue Cotton Citizen jeans with a bright red sweater draped across her chest.Escher Walcott, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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Shields had built a career as a graphic designer and airbrush artist, creating T-shirts with images of rock stars.Daniella Walsh, Orange County Register, 7 Dec. 2024
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The realistic goal setting by prioritizing the skill-relevant courses has assisted our employees in effectively dealing with this FOMO.Praveen Andapalli, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The video has garnered more than 3.4 million views, captivating digital audiences with its hauntingly realistic portrayal of a bygone era.Melissa Fleur Afshar, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Be sure to stay through the credits as there are some pretty vivid clues about who Sonic and the gang may be facing next.Pete Hammond, Deadline, 18 Dec. 2024
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Based on Cormac McCarthy’s vivid novel, the film won the Oscar for best picture.Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
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This is a really pretty wine with aromas of orange blossom and honeysuckle with juicy stone fruit on the refreshing palate with bright acidity and a long expressive finish. 2021 Alma Rosa, Chardonnay, El Jabalí Vineyard, Sta.Cathrine Todd, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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The artist’s intuitive approach to sculpting diverse materials into expressive forms led to the creation of soaring red and pink rose blossoms made of fiberglass and stainless steel that rise as high as 15 feet into the air.Troy J. McMullen, Architectural Digest, 9 Dec. 2024
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Those who want to explore the Blue Ridge Parkway’s picturesque nature by car, hiking or biking, should note that access has been restored, but double-check what’s open.Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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The nuptials unfolded in the picturesque setting of Hotel Jerome in Aspen, Colorado, known for its elegant charm and wintry ambiance.Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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There's literally photographic evidence that proves that this could not have happened.Stephanie Maurice, ABC News, 16 Dec. 2024
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And while the reception for her art changed drastically over the years, the work itself maintained an intellectual rigor, criticality and playfulness that spanned her performances, collages, photographic diptychs and series, writings and more.Benjamin Sutton, CNN, 16 Dec. 2024
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Switch to Visible by Verizon Prices were accurate at the time this article was published but may change over time.Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 8 Dec. 2024
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By seeking a forensic examination to access text messages and metadata, the plaintiffs aimed to move beyond potentially unreliable screenshots to establish a full and accurate picture of the communications, and the court agreed.Lars Daniel, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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Police also recovered a firearm similar to the one used in the killing, a silencer, and a three-page handwritten manifesto that investigators say sheds light on his motivations, though its specific contents have not been revealed.Nik Popli, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
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Address Specific Pain Points Focus on creating valuable, authentic educational videos that address specific pain points and questions customers face during the research and consideration phases.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Descriptive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/descriptive. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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