represent
verb (used with object)
to serve to express, designate, stand for, or denote, as a word, symbol, or the like does; symbolize.
represents
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present tense formof represent (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Researchers now hope to determine whether this unusual flight mechanism is widespread among other birds and flying animals or whether it represents a more specialized adaptation.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026
No dichotomy better represents Berlant’s razor-sharp, thoroughly tasteful wit, which sits halfway between refined humorist and go-for-broke court jester.
From Salon ● Oct. 16, 2026
Glori’s character also represents a refreshing departure from the way Latina women are often portrayed onscreen.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026
“The decision to enter livestock represents a significant competitive development, particularly as market participants evaluate execution costs, trading technology, liquidity, and alternative hedging opportunities,” says PJ Quaid of StoneX in a note.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026
That number represents a sizable population increase—17 percent over the last panda count.
From "Camp Panda" by Catherine Thimmesh
