describe as

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The researchers found that graphene oxide carries out what they describe as "selective antibacterial action."

From Science Daily • Apr. 26, 2026

Federal investigators are reviewing what officials describe as a manifesto or grievance-driven collection of writings sent by the suspect to family members shortly before the attack.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

Darrell would use his not-so-stealthy approach when bidding on storage lockers that he was willing to bet contained what he would describe as “wow factor” treasures.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Takaichi, a security hawk, has vowed to boost defense spending as Japan confronts what officials routinely describe as a severe and deteriorating security environment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

The iridescent particles soared above La Llorona and fell over her in a divine shower that bathed her in what I can only describe as sunlight.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall