portrayed
Example Sentences
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Noodling is often portrayed as an extreme redneck pastime, but it traditionally had more to do with survival than sport.
From Slate ● Sep. 17, 2026
In the past, Beijing has denied involvement in cyber espionage and portrayed itself as one of the world’s foremost victims of hacking.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
“I think traditionally Claire has been portrayed as crazy and evil, and that didn’t interest Darko,” Hamilton says.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026
Both monks have portrayed themselves as defenders of Buddhism against what they describe as Islamist extremism, although Gnanasara has denied any role in the riots.
From Barron's ● Sep. 10, 2026
Maggie was portrayed as “gentle” yet fun-loving, “sparkling and irrepressible.”
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
