1
as in describing
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 depicting
to present a picture of
a painting representing the ocean at sunrise
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3
as in symbolizing
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 representing
The Advent wreath is a circular garland of evergreen branches representing eternity.
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Tom Zirpoli, Baltimore Sun, 25 Dec. 2024
Billings, a metric representing cardholder spending, was up by about 6% from a year ago.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
John Carro later became an attorney and had a passion for representing Latinos in human rights cases and wanted more Latinos in the legal profession.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
About 170 Starbucks stores did not open Tuesday as planned, representing about 2% of stores nationwide, company spokesperson Phil Gee told IndyStar in a statement.
—Alysa Guffey, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Bryan Freedman, the attorney representing Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios, denied Lively’s allegations in a statement to EW.
—EW.com, 23 Dec. 2024
The margin in Congress is razor thin and the lack of a Republican vote representing CD-12 disenfranchises 2 million people.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
In a workplace with employees representing multiple generations, how can leaders make empathy a key ingredient of the organizational culture?
—Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Chief Critic The Alliance for Automotive Innovation, a trade group representing automakers—excluding Tesla—like Honda, Ford and Kia, among others, has opposed the order for years.
—Ty Roush, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Tom Zirpoli, Baltimore Sun, 25 Dec. 2024
Billings, a metric representing cardholder spending, was up by about 6% from a year ago.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
John Carro later became an attorney and had a passion for representing Latinos in human rights cases and wanted more Latinos in the legal profession.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
About 170 Starbucks stores did not open Tuesday as planned, representing about 2% of stores nationwide, company spokesperson Phil Gee told IndyStar in a statement.
—Alysa Guffey, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Bryan Freedman, the attorney representing Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios, denied Lively’s allegations in a statement to EW.
—EW.com, 23 Dec. 2024
The margin in Congress is razor thin and the lack of a Republican vote representing CD-12 disenfranchises 2 million people.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
In a workplace with employees representing multiple generations, how can leaders make empathy a key ingredient of the organizational culture?
—Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Chief Critic The Alliance for Automotive Innovation, a trade group representing automakers—excluding Tesla—like Honda, Ford and Kia, among others, has opposed the order for years.
—Ty Roush, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for representing
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Kovac does not hide behind a veil when describing his work.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
The Athletic,
27 Dec. 2024
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A couple of hours after the shooting, a man reportedly reacting to a text falsely describing an active shooter at Sky Harbor arrived at the airport with numerous firearms and was arrested after a brief altercation with Phoenix police, Reeson said.—
Michelle Cruz,
The Arizona Republic,
25 Dec. 2024
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With an elevated head and raised tail, the tiger has intricate cast patterns depicting its fur, and may have functioned as a drinking vessel or container.—
Jane Levere,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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The episode was also met with resistance in the United Kingdom, where it was banned due to fears that a scene depicting two boys breaking into the werewolf's house would inspire copycat crimes among young viewers.—
Jordan Runtagh,
People.com,
23 Dec. 2024
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For Koreans at that time (and to some extent even now), Karl Marx was not just a historical figure but a kind of demonic being symbolizing the world of darkness.—
Cressida Leyshon,
The New Yorker,
22 Dec. 2024
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The ripple effects will extend beyond health, symbolizing what global cooperation can achieve.—
Michael Sheldrick,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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Grounding the film meant looking for nonprofessionals for roles beyond the experienced actors portraying her leads.—
Gregory Ellwood,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Jan. 2025
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The parade featured participants dressed as historical and symbolic figures, including 17-year-old Life Sacco portraying Joan of Arc, symbolizing courage and hope.—
Shannon McDonagh,
Newsweek,
7 Jan. 2025
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Clearly defining your goals ensures your data strategy supports your broader business objectives.—
Chris O'Neill,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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For lovers of thoughtful accessories, two of Amberjack's most recent designs encapsulate their commitment to defining what dress-casual footwear can be.—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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“Representing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/representing. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.
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