picture of

Example Sentences

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This activity itself isn’t new: People frequently work out the big picture of romantic compatibility by listing pros and cons, and the discovery of such a list is a recurring trope in sitcoms and rom-coms.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Painting an eery picture of the night, he believes weather conditions tripped the electricity off in the area, meaning the fan in his bedroom stopped for about 20 seconds before coming back on.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

In a news release, a museum spokesperson said Mull’s work “upsets any storybook picture of perfection” and resists nostalgia while acknowledging its allure.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The Gates spokesperson said, “There is also communication between Walker and others—including Epstein—that paints a very different picture of her positive sentiment toward Gates at the time.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

If I tried and tried, I could summon up a picture of a girl who once had a sister and two parents.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler