as in depiction
a visual design intended to look like someone or something
The cave was painted with representations of horses and bison.
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Recent Examples of representation
Suddenly, they were thrown into the center of a conversation about diversity and representation.
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Elizabeth Gulino,
Allure,
25 June 2026
Ahead of this Friday’s release of Lucky Strike, his new World War II drama for Roadside Attractions and Saban Films, Scott Eastwood has signed with Verve for representation.
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Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
25 June 2026
The process to take the house remains underway as Fuller navigates the court system while seeking affordable legal representation.
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Olivia Stevens,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2026
On the bright side, the Braves could have some good representation in the All-Star Game, which is July 14 in Philadelphia.
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Ajc Sports,
AJC.com,
25 June 2026
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Elizabeth Gulino,
Allure,
25 June 2026
Ahead of this Friday’s release of Lucky Strike, his new World War II drama for Roadside Attractions and Saban Films, Scott Eastwood has signed with Verve for representation.
—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
25 June 2026
The process to take the house remains underway as Fuller navigates the court system while seeking affordable legal representation.
—
Olivia Stevens,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2026
On the bright side, the Braves could have some good representation in the All-Star Game, which is July 14 in Philadelphia.
—
Ajc Sports,
AJC.com,
25 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for representation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for representation
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Like that 1851 depiction of Washington, these portraits smudge the details of history in favor of a fantasy.
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Friendship was a tender, absurd depiction of a one-sided, quasi-platonic infatuation.
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Vexed by the story, Gonzalez created acontemporary portrait of Katteuha.
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This is the portrait of then-General George Washington at Valley Forge, praying for guidance when the fight for America's independence seemed lost.
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Cops released an image of him aboard the bus wearing a white hoodie and are asking the public’s help tracking him down.
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Some satellite images even show evidence of fire damage, consistent with reports of firefighters supporting the emergency response.
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The winning numbers for the Wednesday, June 24, Powerball drawing are 13, 14, 16, 21, 38, and the Powerball is 14.
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The quirky chain has not officially announced the location, but a Formal Site Development Plan submitted to the city late last year included drawings identifying Trader Joe’s as the occupant.
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For purpose, whether anyone can trace their daily work to the larger picture without being handed a slogan.
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McCabe brings up a fantastic black-and-white picture on his laptop.
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The Yashica Boy version features the brand’s sailor mascot, inspired by classic Japanese illustration and seaside adventure.
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The military cooperation is a stark illustration of the recent reversal in the relationship between the US and Venezuela.
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One of several bags of cash found inside the home of Mario Rocha during an FBI search of his residence in August 2025, as seen in a photograph contained in a court document.
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In a photograph shared on social media, the Princess of Wales was all smiles at the summit of Ben Nevis on June 28, fresh-faced and wearing a jacket with her hood up.
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“Representation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/representation. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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