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
For Sriram, this new venture represents another avenue for creative exploration rather than a pivot away from his other work.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025
Even so, those figures represent a sharp recovery from early January, when statewide snowpack measured just 2.7 inches — only 10% of the April 1 average and 28% of normal for that date.
—Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 28 Mar. 2025
This trip back to Chicago was supposed to represent something new.
—Sam Blum, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Newsweek has reached out to the legal team representing Trump's presidential campaign for comment via email on Thursday.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Mar. 2025
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025
Even so, those figures represent a sharp recovery from early January, when statewide snowpack measured just 2.7 inches — only 10% of the April 1 average and 28% of normal for that date.
—Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 28 Mar. 2025
This trip back to Chicago was supposed to represent something new.
—Sam Blum, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Newsweek has reached out to the legal team representing Trump's presidential campaign for comment via email on Thursday.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for represent
Verb
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White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt tried to characterize the sudden change in policy as part of a grand negotiating strategy.—
Christopher Rugaber,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
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The World Health Organization defines burnout as an occupational phenomenon which is characterized by feelings of energy depletion, increased mental distance from one's job, and reduced professional efficacy.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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Following a group of ex-revolutionaries whose enemy resurfaces after 16 years, One Battle After Another depicts the race against time to rescue the daughter of Leonardo DiCaprio and Teyana Taylor.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
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In another scene, gender dysphoria is depicted through Josephine wearing a campy, plastic sea monster mask, like something straight out of a ’50s B-movie.—
James Factora,
Them.,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Green symbolizes balance and growth, appealing to eco-conscious businesses.—
Bryant Richardson,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The standout pieces are the charms, each symbolizing significant moments in her life.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The 51-year-old has what could be respectfully described as main-character syndrome — the knack of putting himself front and centre.—
Phil Hay,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
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The suspect is described by cops as dark-skinned and 5-foot-5 and was dressed in black.—
Rocco Parascandola,
New York Daily News,
24 Mar. 2025
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In the 1998 classic — which saw Lindsay Lohan in her film debut — Quaid portrayed vineyard owner Nick Parker, the father of twins Hallie and Annie (both Lohan), who convince him to reunite with their mother Elizabeth (played by Natasha Richardson).—
Brendan Le,
People.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Oscar winner portrays a former president leading an investigation in the aftermath of a deadly national cyber attack.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2025
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This translates into Jan having to collaborate with many versions of himself that have unique skills and far too many conflicting personalities defined by past events.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Strategic decisions made now, around technology investments, partnerships, and customer education, could determine whether a bank remains competitive in a world increasingly defined by digital currency frameworks. 5.—
Zennon Kapron,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Represent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/represent. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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