1
as in to characterize
to point out the chief quality or qualities of an individual or group
the writer of the magazine article represented the students at the academy as a bunch of spoiled brats
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2
as in to depict
to present a picture of
a painting representing the ocean at sunrise
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3
as in to symbolize
to serve as a material counterpart of
this orange represents the sun and this pea represents the Earth
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Recent Examples of represent
The hardware partners announced, Acer, Asus, Dell, Lenovo and HP, represent a serious, broad industry commitment.
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Tim Bajarin, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
This means that an agent can’t represent an NFL player or an NBA player without obtaining a license from the NFLPA or NBPA, respectively, with the license delegating the ability to represent the athlete to the agent.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 May 2026
Graciela Santos had become the first indigenous woman to represent Brazil in the sport.
—James Horncastle, New York Times, 27 May 2026
Paxton moved to the Texas Senate in 2013, representing Senate District 8 in Collin and Dallas counties, but his time in the state Legislature’s upper chamber was short-lived.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 May 2026
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Tim Bajarin, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
This means that an agent can’t represent an NFL player or an NBA player without obtaining a license from the NFLPA or NBPA, respectively, with the license delegating the ability to represent the athlete to the agent.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 May 2026
Graciela Santos had become the first indigenous woman to represent Brazil in the sport.
—James Horncastle, New York Times, 27 May 2026
Paxton moved to the Texas Senate in 2013, representing Senate District 8 in Collin and Dallas counties, but his time in the state Legislature’s upper chamber was short-lived.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for represent
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The couples who describe their relationship as genuinely easy — not without conflict, but without the grinding exhaustion that characterizes so many long-term partnerships — don’t tend to share the same hobbies or communication style.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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San Francisco’s luxury market is characterized these days by bidding wars and scarce inventory.—
Conor Sen,
Mercury News,
23 May 2026
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Here's what to know about the real-life case and how accurately the film depicts it.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Ichiyō has already more than vindicated herself, appealing to the deepest and most humane of people’s emotions, depicting unflinchingly what lies true in their hearts.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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Players like Clint Dempsey and Landon Donovan symbolized a new level of ambition, while goalkeepers Brad Friedel and Kasey Keller found success in top leagues.—
Clemente Lisi,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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Duality is a key theme, with mismatched hands, mixed patterns, and contrasting designs symbolizing Gemini’s twin energy.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
21 May 2026
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Every one of them is exactly the everyday middle Collins and Asmar described.—
Jason Snyder,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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Pilgrims describe Hajj as a once-in-a-lifetime obligation that transcends politics, justifying high costs, logistical headaches and security fears.—
Mariam Fam,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2026
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This latest trailer showcases Kyle Chandler as veteran Lantern, Hal Jordan, and Aaron Pierre portraying the younger newbie Lantern, John Stewart, and it’s loaded with full costumes, superpowered flight, glowing power rings, and cool bright green constructs.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
26 May 2026
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Presenting Best Rock/Alternative Album at the 2026 AMAs, the two portrayed too-cool-for-school rockers, with Stalter going topless in a long wig and Downs putting on a vocal affect.—
Brendan Le,
PEOPLE,
26 May 2026
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The defining question is whether they will be locked into another century of fossil-fuel dependence or leapfrog directly into modern clean-energy systems.—
Ingmar Rentzhog,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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The best wellness retreats aren’t defined by the number of amenities offered, but by how thoughtfully those experiences are curated to support restoration.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
22 May 2026
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“Represent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/represent. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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