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as in photo
a picture created from an image recorded on a light-sensitive surface by a camera the old photograph was faded but still clear enough to make out

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verb

as in to photo
to take a photograph of we've been photographing the baby virtually nonstop

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Recent Examples of photograph
Noun
There are extravagant table settings, quirky collections, striking photographs, intricate woodwork pieces and so much more. Heather McRea, Oc Register, 22 July 2025 The diagnosis came after members of the public began questioning photographs showing Trump with heavily swollen ankles. Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 July 2025
Verb
Those who photographed and painted the canyon over the years have inspired generations of travelers with their depictions of the canyon's grandeur and vast scope, but nothing compares to seeing it for yourself. Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 22 July 2025 She was also photographed wearing a navy blue Kansas City Dot Skyline T-shirt from Charlie Hustle ($38) — sleeves intact. Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 22 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for photograph
Recent Examples of Synonyms for photograph
Noun
  • Coupled with modern photos of addicts struggling with addiction, Flischel uses Hearn’s words to create a harrowing account, something common throughout the pages of his historical photo book.
    Otto Rabe, The Enquirer, 27 July 2025
  • Halfway through the credits of 2020's Hubie Halloween, those behind the film incorporated a photo of Boyce alongside a touching message.
    Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 26 July 2025
Verb
  • The next clip pictured Stickler on top of the mystery man, whose back was to the camera.
    Skyler Caruso, People.com, 23 July 2025
  • While our children often experience summer with wide-eyed excitement - picturing endless playdates, pool days, and screen time - parents often brace themselves for the real summer marathon.
    Bevone Ritchie, Miami Herald, 22 July 2025
Noun
  • In addition to its staggering domestic haul, the DC Universe pic has raked in $173 million internationally, for a total of over $426 million globally, as of Wednesday, according to BoxOfficeMojo.com.
    Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 24 July 2025
  • The two sparked dating rumors earlier this month after Megan posted a pic with a low-key Klay in the background.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 24 July 2025
Noun
  • Here’s a snapshot of the action prior to the opening bell in New York: S&P 500 futures were flat (+0.13%) this morning, premarket, after the index closed marginally up at a new all-time high of 6,363.35 yesterday.
    Jim Edwards, Fortune, 25 July 2025
  • After the practice plus interviews at Halas Hall, here’s a snapshot of the camp proceedings.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 23 July 2025

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“Photograph.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/photograph. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.

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