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verb

past tense of represent
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as in described
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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as in symbolized
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 represented
Verb
Standing for office in the Peach State, rife with traditional white segregationist politicians, Carter ultimately represented the more progressive New South. Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024 The Beacon Center — which advocates for free markets and limited government — also represented the plaintiffs in another lawsuit against Metro Nashville last year. Austin Hornbostel, The Tennessean, 30 Dec. 2024 Samsung is already on this journey, targeting an area that has always represented a stark contrast to iPhones, and while Google is adding material defenses to Play Protect to shore up Android’s infamous vulnerabilities, Samsung is going much further. Zak Doffman, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024 Shot in Budapest, the project represented several firsts for the actor. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024 Staffers for the sheriff’s electronic monitoring program, represented by Teamsters Local 700, have raised concerns about layoffs. Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 23 Dec. 2024 United’s offer represented a better package overall for Earps, but finances were not her priority. Charlotte Harpur, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024 In November, inventory represented about an 89-day supply, analysts said. Jim Henry, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024 In the late sixties, a handful of English teams travelled to the States and represented NASL sides in lucrative tournaments, with Villa being Atlanta’s representation. Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for represented
Adjective
  • Venus will be glimmering through your sign, heightening your charm and magnetism, so don’t be surprised if people become more drawn to your energy at this time.
    Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 23 Sep. 2024
  • This Summer Two years later, in 1928, Guston revived him across three issues as Snowball the Bell-Hop, this time sharply dressed, more deftly drawn, telling one-liners in his hotel uniform.
    Walker Mimms, New York Times, 4 June 2024
Verb
  • Experts Weigh In Jonathan Hinton Westover, chair and professor of organizational leadership and change at Utah Valley University, described the theme as emblematic of a toxic workplace culture.
    George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
  • While the orchid was first collected in 2009, it was officially described just this year by Farminhão and his colleagues.
    Jonathan Lambert, NPR, 31 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The team’s original logo, used until 1971, depicted a caricature of a Native American wearing a loincloth, tomahawk and headdress running on top of an outline of the region, including Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Oklahoma and Arkansas.
    Daniel Desrochers, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Take note, however, that the animal depicted by the artist in this remake is not a velociraptor.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • The ancient Greeks believed that the fruit's seeds symbolized abundance, fertility and eternity, according to the Greek Reporter.
    Amanda Cappelli, CBS News, 31 Dec. 2024
  • His administration brought solar energy into national focus, symbolized by the solar panels installed on the White House roof during his tenure.
    Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 30 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The Pleistocene was characterized by dramatic changes in climate, including a series of ice ages.
    Andre A. Naranjo, The Conversation, 6 Jan. 2025
  • His work is characterized by thorough research and a deep passion for gambling, including a keen interest in sports betting, online casinos, and poker strategies.
    Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • That is, until Gary runs into Madison, portrayed by Adria Arjona.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The former ruling family, widely condemned over the president’s use of chemical weapons against his own civilians, have been portrayed as sincere sweethearts.
    Timothy Nerozzi, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Perry and Ryan Getzlaf defined Ducks hockey for more than a decade.
    Eric Stephens, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Today, authenticity is defined by celebrating and owning one’s heritage, with cultural pride becoming a hallmark of true success.
    Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025

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