the picture

Example Sentences

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The picture has gradually got brighter—World Bank economists now estimate the U.S. economy grew by 2.1% last year, well above the 1.4% growth they expected in June.

From Barron's

I wanted to trot after her and ask whatever happened to the picture, but I didn’t dare.

From Literature

I stared into her stern face, the fingers of my left hand turning the picture frame around and around in my skirt pocket.

From Literature

Aunt Kate’s sharp eyes darted to the picture, but her hands lay useless in her lap.

From Literature

Looking into 2026, however, the picture appears set to change.

From Barron's