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describes
  • present tense form of describe (3rd person singular).

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That situation describes the SpaceX lockup situation, too.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Mayor Mamdani, who describes himself as a democratic socialist, has said he will be attending the game, but "in a very different section of the stadium" to Trump.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The review also describes several other possible benefits.

From Science Daily • Jun. 7, 2026

He is running unopposed and describes himself as “a solid no” for data centers, unlike Massingill, who chose not to seek reelection.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Malala describes her childhood village in the mountains of Swat so clearly I can imagine the crisp clean air, waterfalls, and jagged cliffs with narrow suspension bridges.

From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan