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as in sketch
a picture using lines to represent the chief features of an object or scene
his simple but striking delineations of Dutch landscapes
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as in description
a vivid representation in words of someone or something
a finely wrought delineation of a young couple's first experience with love and loss
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Recent Examples of delineation
Within the public domain, there is further delineation between market participants, depending on the liquidity of their stock and the accompanying derivatives market.
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Alexander S. Blume, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
But Stranger is more than a bravura display to recall Chantal Akerman or Béla Tarr—its command of space and movement set the stage for an actor’s showcase and master class in narrative delineation that confirms Yang as one of China’s most exciting up-and-coming cinematic talents.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 5 Mar. 2025
However, the framework creates a clear delineation of when to consider partnership, delivering greater customer value and creating stickiness for the SaaS product, and improving the lifetime value of the customer.
—Anshul Kumar, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
Indeed, the conditions that produced Cruise — a global monoculture, a healthier Hollywood ecosystem, a stronger delineation between TV and cinema — are unlikely to recur in the streaming era.
—Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 24 May 2025
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Alexander S. Blume, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
But Stranger is more than a bravura display to recall Chantal Akerman or Béla Tarr—its command of space and movement set the stage for an actor’s showcase and master class in narrative delineation that confirms Yang as one of China’s most exciting up-and-coming cinematic talents.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 5 Mar. 2025
However, the framework creates a clear delineation of when to consider partnership, delivering greater customer value and creating stickiness for the SaaS product, and improving the lifetime value of the customer.
—Anshul Kumar, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
Indeed, the conditions that produced Cruise — a global monoculture, a healthier Hollywood ecosystem, a stronger delineation between TV and cinema — are unlikely to recur in the streaming era.
—Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 24 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delineation
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As usual, fans will find hundreds of exhibitors on the enormous show floor, from huge booths for big entertainment companies to tables of artists selling original pages and sketches.—
Rob Salkowitz,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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The viral video led to countless memes, comedy sketches, and ultimately, Byron's resignation from the company.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
22 July 2025
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Two weeks before the mediation conference, the parties in the case must list the remaining materials subpoenaed that the Secretary of State's office hasn't delivered with a description of each.—
Clara Hendrickson,
Freep.com,
25 July 2025
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Editor’s note: This article contains descriptions of child abuse.—
Ryan Murphy,
IndyStar,
25 July 2025
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Winning Lucky For Life numbers from July 31 drawing 14-25-33-39-40, Lucky Ball: 10 Winning Idaho Cash numbers from July 31 drawing 06-09-14-33-40 When are the Idaho Lottery drawings held ?—
Jay Cannon,
USA Today,
31 July 2025
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Winning Daily 3 numbers from July 31 drawing Midday: 3-6-5 Evening: 3-2-4 Check Daily 3 payouts and previous drawings here.—
Detroit Free Press Staff,
Freep.com,
31 July 2025
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There’s also a portrait of an adult Dolly in the lobby on the opposite side of the lobby.—
Robin Raven,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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The family portraits in the set's side panels at the beginning of each episode are priceless.—
Lindsay Soll,
EW.com,
25 July 2025
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The episode, which aired July 23, ruffled more than a few feathers with its depiction of President Donald Trump.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
26 July 2025
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The president was depicted similarly to South Park’s depiction of Saddam Hussein in its 1999 feature-length movie, South Park: Bigger, Longer and Uncut: ill-tempered, conniving and cruel.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
24 July 2025
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In the limited or anthology series category are Cate Blanchett for her portrayal of award-winning journalist Leila George on Apple TV+’s Disclaimer; Meghann Fahy in the lead role of Devon DeWitt on Netflix’s Sirens; and Brian Tyree Henry, who starred as Ray Driscoll on Apple TV+’s Dope Thief.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
31 July 2025
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According to the National Park Service, tarantulas are not aggressive or deadly, despite portrayals in pop culture.—
Marni Rose McFall,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 July 2025
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The screen shows an illustration of an attractive young blonde woman lounging on a couch.—
Salvador Rodriguez,
CNBC,
1 Aug. 2025
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The coach points to Jaleel McLaughlin’s rookie season in 2023 as an illustration.—
Nick Kosmider,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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Check out images of the iconic statue over the years.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
29 July 2025
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Judging by Walters' press release, the suspicion appears to be that someone in the room had a phone, tablet, or laptop connected to or previously paired with the television, and that the images were coming from that machine.—
Nate Anderson,
ArsTechnica,
28 July 2025
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“Delineation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delineation. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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