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the way you behave, talk, etc., with other people that causes them to see you as a particular kind of person
His public persona is that of a strong, determined leader, but in private life he's very insecure. The band takes on a whole new persona when they perform live.
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Recent Examples of persona
The persona was its own source of power in part because the role of coolly calculating producer was a natural one for Michaels.
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Reeves Wiedeman, Vulture, 11 Feb. 2025
One of the biggest has become Shaq’s Fun House, which rages from Friday night to 3 a.m. Saturday at Mardi Gras World, featuring carnival rides, circus acts and music by John Summit, Ludacris and Shaq himself in his D.J. Diesel persona.
—Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 7 Feb. 2025
Parts of his persona might have been fatal flaws for another performer.
—Alice George, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Feb. 2025
The music video, directed by John Vowles, captures Ty Dy’s energy in a performance that showcases his bold, on-stage persona—complete with his signature look of winged pants, long blonde hair, his shining guitar, and the dynamic rockstar presence that is quickly becoming his trademark.
—Spin Contributor, SPIN, 4 Feb. 2025
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Reeves Wiedeman, Vulture, 11 Feb. 2025
One of the biggest has become Shaq’s Fun House, which rages from Friday night to 3 a.m. Saturday at Mardi Gras World, featuring carnival rides, circus acts and music by John Summit, Ludacris and Shaq himself in his D.J. Diesel persona.
—Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 7 Feb. 2025
Parts of his persona might have been fatal flaws for another performer.
—Alice George, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Feb. 2025
The music video, directed by John Vowles, captures Ty Dy’s energy in a performance that showcases his bold, on-stage persona—complete with his signature look of winged pants, long blonde hair, his shining guitar, and the dynamic rockstar presence that is quickly becoming his trademark.
—Spin Contributor, SPIN, 4 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for persona
Noun
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But despite the media blitz projecting images of an unrelenting nationwide sweep, so far, the deportation of migrants is well below the monthly average during the Biden administration, and there is little evidence that ICE is arresting or detaining any more people than usual.—
Lauren Villagran,
USA TODAY,
23 Feb. 2025
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In 2015, Playboy ceased publishing images of naked women, citing the proliferation of nudity on the internet.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
Fox News,
22 Feb. 2025
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Ramla’s story is an inspiring portrayal of a woman breaking through societal and cultural expectations to discover her voice and shape her own path.—
Sweta Kaushal,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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The show’s vibrant portrayal of macro-level changes experienced by a city in transition is juxtaposed by a tight focus on the close relationships between its characters, especially the deep bond between Book, Trottie and a small number of individuals invited into their inner circle.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
25 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Michael’s sexuality has never been an issue, because Julia married him for a life of status and security, and is happy to keep up any facade necessary to maintain it.—
Mary Marge Locker,
New York Times,
11 Feb. 2025
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The van drove us to a remote spot and deposited us near four Old West–style buildings, or rather facades of buildings.—
Chris Colin,
AFAR Media,
31 Jan. 2025
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During an appearance on New York Times‘ Popcast, The Abbot was asked how the lack of support from New York City’s chief Hip-Hop radio station affected the crew, as the ban occurred at the peak of their popularity.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
26 Feb. 2025
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Chiefs General Manager Brett Veach also discussed the rumors that Travis is set to retire during an appearance on NFL: The Insiders podcast this week.—
Rachel McRady,
People.com,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Persona.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persona. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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