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characterization

[kar-ik-ter-uh-zey-shuhn, -truh-zey-] / ˌkær ɪk tər əˈzeɪ ʃən, -trəˈzeɪ- /






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To tout that total lack of characterization as unique or revolutionary is a joke.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

Manifold stated he was “removed without warning and without explanation,” disputing BP’s characterization of his conduct.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

Dr. Hagai Levine, the lead author the study Kennedy referenced and chairman of Israel’s association of public health physicians, said he agrees with Kennedy’s characterization that there is a “crisis.”

From Salon • May 15, 2026

The article contends that Raman employed divisive tactics by falsely claiming Pratt and Bass were coordinating against her, a characterization that drew audience laughter and demonstrated her inexperience and insufficient preparation for the mayoral contest.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

The local media were eager to join the prosecutors in criticizing the 60 Minutes piece because it implicated their coverage, which had largely presented only the prosecution's theory and characterization of Walter and the crime.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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