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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 depicted
to present a picture of
a painting representing the ocean at sunrise
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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
Katie Campione, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2025
George Avalos, Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2026
Harris, a Democrat, is once again running for Congress in Georgia's 14th District, a deeply conservative region represented by Marjorie Taylor Greene, who resigned in January this year.
—Brian Unger, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Both have been in the press before, with Pomponio behind a rash of lawsuits in Contra Costa County, and Malakauskas having represented two other serial litigants that were featured in a 2014 Modesto Bee investigation.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 3 Apr. 2026
While Zack was employed by 3sixteen, the company partnered with Herman Miller to design a new version of the iconic Eames lounge chair — a collaboration that represented a special moment for Johan’s company.
—Rich Schapiro, NBC news, 3 Apr. 2026
In addition to the headline cars, there will be a knowing selection of more left-field, rare-groove Italian makers represented, including vehicles from Bizzarrini, Siata, and Cisitalia.
—Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 3 Apr. 2026
At issue is eligibility for the foundation’s CBC Spouses Education Scholarship, which is limited to Black students in congressional districts represented by 62-member caucus.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
Strus’ 12 points in the opening period represented his highest scoring quarter in his six games this season.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2026
Demetrius Atsalis represented the 2nd Barnstable District in the Massachusetts House of Representatives from 1999 to 2013.
—Demetrius Atsalis, Boston Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Prior to its closure in 2020, the Surrey operated as a union hotel for decades, with nearly 100 union- represented employees—many of them women, immigrants, and people of color.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
The additions represented a welcome counterpoint to what occurred during much of 2025, when job losses consistently haunted the Bay Area.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2026
Harris, a Democrat, is once again running for Congress in Georgia's 14th District, a deeply conservative region represented by Marjorie Taylor Greene, who resigned in January this year.
—Brian Unger, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Both have been in the press before, with Pomponio behind a rash of lawsuits in Contra Costa County, and Malakauskas having represented two other serial litigants that were featured in a 2014 Modesto Bee investigation.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 3 Apr. 2026
While Zack was employed by 3sixteen, the company partnered with Herman Miller to design a new version of the iconic Eames lounge chair — a collaboration that represented a special moment for Johan’s company.
—Rich Schapiro, NBC news, 3 Apr. 2026
In addition to the headline cars, there will be a knowing selection of more left-field, rare-groove Italian makers represented, including vehicles from Bizzarrini, Siata, and Cisitalia.
—Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 3 Apr. 2026
At issue is eligibility for the foundation’s CBC Spouses Education Scholarship, which is limited to Black students in congressional districts represented by 62-member caucus.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
Strus’ 12 points in the opening period represented his highest scoring quarter in his six games this season.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2026
Demetrius Atsalis represented the 2nd Barnstable District in the Massachusetts House of Representatives from 1999 to 2013.
—Demetrius Atsalis, Boston Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for represented
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The Florida man murdered two women, but instead of scaring away future relationship prospects, women online only became more drawn to his charming persona and boyish good looks.—
Rebecca Aizin,
PEOPLE,
23 Jan. 2026
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Then David is joined by Fiona Hill, a former adviser to three U.S. presidents and a key witness in Trump’s first impeachment, to analyze how Vladimir Putin sees the world and why Trump remains so drawn to strongman power.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
21 Jan. 2026
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The primary suite is described as storage-rich and spa-like, with multiple closets and a bath built for lingering.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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The clip, shared by her owner, shows the golden retriever—now named Kaiko—settling into a bedroom on what was described as her very first night living indoors.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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The animation is a little rough around the edges — there’s a shot of wine being poured down a sink where the red liquid is depicted in CGI, for some reason — but the slightly retro style with the characters’ prominent lips and sharp chins added to the camp appeal.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
3 Apr. 2026
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The Ripper/Frant was not depicted on screen.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2026
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Beyond restoring the physical landscape, the Iron Age mound might have symbolized a reestablishment of the sacred and social order.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Mar. 2026
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Easter traditions are tied closely to springtime when the egg symbolized the rebirth of the Earth.—
Elaine Rewolinski,
jsonline.com,
25 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Eshay described the crosswalks as more than painted pavement, calling them a point of pride for the community.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
23 Mar. 2026
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Have no subfascia, just pre-painted fascia board.—
Jennifer Castenson,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Afterward, a student in the audience complained to his parents that, at the event, the deaths of Palestinian civilians had been characterized as collateral damage—a regrettable but unavoidable consequence of the battle against Hamas.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Venus, despite being similar to Earth in size and composition, has an extremely hostile environment characterized by dense carbon dioxide, thick sulfuric acid clouds, surface pressures around 90 bar, and temperatures exceeding 460°C.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Mar. 2026
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Among other things, the New York Times story portrayed Lively as Hollywood’s latest #MeToo crusader, courageously exposing workplace abuses against women.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Strong played heir apparent Kendall Roy, with his siblings portrayed by Kieran Culkin, Sarah Snook and Alan Ruck, each vying to inherit the family business.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
3 Apr. 2026
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Though global attention has shifted, daily life in Ukraine remains defined by uncertainty.—
Essie Assibu,
Variety,
29 Mar. 2026
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Sets by Illenium, Steve Aoki, BZRP, Vintage Culture, Armin Van Buuren, Alesso, Martin Garrix, Eric Prydz, Sara Landry, Major Lazer and others highlight a night defined by big production and packed audiences.—
Miami Herald newsroom,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Represented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/represented. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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