portrayed

Example Sentences

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The military has portrayed the soldiers as rogue elements who acted without orders from above.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Supporters of Bass portrayed Raman’s decision to jump in the race as a betrayal.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Ads paid for by the industry portrayed the younger Menefee as the right leader for the next generation.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

A tiny portion of her life was portrayed in The Crown.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

There was a small stain across an intricately threaded flower in shades of gold, part of a landscape that portrayed rows of tall sunflowers near a pale green stream.

From "Gathering Blue" by Lois Lowry