as in graphic
producing a mental picture through clear and impressive description
vivid language that made the scene come alive in my mind
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Recent Examples of vivid
What else is going on L.A. mayor’s text messages provide a vivid window into early fire response.
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Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2025
What Helps With Troubling Vivid Dreams? Treatment for vivid dreaming is based on the cause of the dreaming.
—Michelle Pugle, Verywell Health, 25 Mar. 2025
Artistically, Cynthia’s lighting designs are vivid, intentional, and showcase a remarkable talent for a student of her age.
—Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 16 Mar. 2025
Whether that’s having dreams that are extra vivid or unexpected revelations about your past.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
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Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2025
What Helps With Troubling Vivid Dreams? Treatment for vivid dreaming is based on the cause of the dreaming.
—Michelle Pugle, Verywell Health, 25 Mar. 2025
Artistically, Cynthia’s lighting designs are vivid, intentional, and showcase a remarkable talent for a student of her age.
—Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 16 Mar. 2025
Whether that’s having dreams that are extra vivid or unexpected revelations about your past.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vivid
Adjective
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Meanwhile, graphic sock and apparel company Rock ‘Em Socks direct messaged Khan on Instagram after the viral moment, according to Senior Vice President Steve Rollins.—
Mark J. Burns,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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Those with a more sports-adjacent style, on the other hand, often mix theirs with graphic sweaters and basketball jerseys.—
Kelsey Stiegman,
Glamour,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Add descriptive subheadings to break up text logically.—
Guy Leon Sheetrit,
Forbes,
25 Mar. 2025
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By the early 1950s, a descriptive quality had been added to the portrayal of select U.S. cities.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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In the picturesque landscape of England's Lake District, a whisky revolution is quietly unfolding.—
Mark Littler,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Prior to the shocking event, Chloe, a high-profile media executive, was living a seemingly picturesque life with Adam and their teenage son, Ethan (Maxwell Acee Donovan).—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
27 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Former admissions officers frequently remind students that college isn't about landing at a specific school.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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The recall affects specific lots of 1.15-ounce Original Beef, which are sold in 12-count pouches, 8-count pouches, and single sticks.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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But as a vocalist, Menne is more expressive and affecting than ever, alternating from whisper to croon to mid-range belting from one song to the next.—
Jonathan Bernstein,
Rolling Stone,
26 Mar. 2025
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But the appendage already makes Pugsley quite expressive, especially when hanging out with his siblings.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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“Vivid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vivid. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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