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as in demonstrates
to show or make clear by using examples
she illustrated her point with a story about her experiences as a field anthropologist
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as in illuminates
to supplement with pictorial matter for the purpose of explanation or decoration
lavishly illustrated the monograph on Caravaggio with color plates
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as in explains
to make plain or understandable
the recent devastating fire illustrates the need for improved safety codes
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Recent Examples of illustrates
This selection, on the other hand, illustrates the top of his range.
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Nick Baumgardner, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Furthermore, the series' integration into fresh circuits across 20 states illustrates its ambition to extend its foothold.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
The success at an immensely popular public facility like Los Verdes Golf Course in Rancho Palos Verdes illustrates the Noteefy impact.
—Erik Matuszewski, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
The passing network below illustrates how Guardiola’s two wingers were isolated, missing overlapping runs from a full-back and with their No 10s getting man-marked out of the game.
—Thom Harris, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
The chart below illustrates what happened over the past two years.
—Rohit Arora, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
The timing and rapid pace of these announcements—particularly in light of Google's competing releases—illustrates the intensifying competition in AI development.
—Ars Technica, 20 Dec. 2024
The upward march in tax brackets illustrates the impact of inflation.
—Daniel De Visé, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
The still image below illustrates that compact shape, with Barcelona’s most dangerous attackers encircled by opposition defenders, and the passes through to them largely blocked at source.
—Thom Harris, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024
Nick Baumgardner, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Furthermore, the series' integration into fresh circuits across 20 states illustrates its ambition to extend its foothold.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
The success at an immensely popular public facility like Los Verdes Golf Course in Rancho Palos Verdes illustrates the Noteefy impact.
—Erik Matuszewski, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
The passing network below illustrates how Guardiola’s two wingers were isolated, missing overlapping runs from a full-back and with their No 10s getting man-marked out of the game.
—Thom Harris, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
The chart below illustrates what happened over the past two years.
—Rohit Arora, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
The timing and rapid pace of these announcements—particularly in light of Google's competing releases—illustrates the intensifying competition in AI development.
—Ars Technica, 20 Dec. 2024
The upward march in tax brackets illustrates the impact of inflation.
—Daniel De Visé, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
The still image below illustrates that compact shape, with Barcelona’s most dangerous attackers encircled by opposition defenders, and the passes through to them largely blocked at source.
—Thom Harris, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for illustrates
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This series demonstrates how national access to functional plumbing infrastructure is complicated by bureaucracy and climate change.—
Marnie Shure,
The Atlantic,
24 Dec. 2024
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From a higher level of abstraction, this case demonstrates the need for robust oversight and regulation of high-volume tax preparers.—
Andrew Leahey,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Lutron lighting illuminates every room of the home, and a massive stone wall houses a fireplace that heats up the combination living and dining areas.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
24 Dec. 2024
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In the process, Fur & Loathing also illuminates a subculture that is often derided but that provides joy and fulfillment for its members.—
Marnie Shure,
The Atlantic,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Speaking with Variety ahead of the film’s December 25 release, Dhawan explains his attraction to the project, which marks a significant departure from his previous work.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
24 Dec. 2024
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This explains why women tend to need those extra hours of sleep compared to men.—
Sofía Esquivel,
Glamour,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The sneaker industry exemplifies this growing problem.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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His professional trajectory exemplifies a holistic approach to service, integrating military experience, business strategy, and humanitarian principles.—
Kyle J. Russell,
USA TODAY,
5 Jan. 2025
Verb
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However, the bill’s text makes no mention of the riot and only clarifies that House data stored elsewhere is still under the control of House rules.—
Julia Shapero,
The Hill,
19 Dec. 2024
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This fact clarifies Melton’s character.—
Longreads,
Longreads,
18 Dec. 2024
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