portrayed

Example Sentences

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When it was founded in Aberdeenshire the firm portrayed itself as a rebellious challenger to a UK brewing industry it regarded as stuffy and corporate.

From BBC

Unfortunately, the doctor sounded as condescending as Leah had portrayed him.

From Literature

He frequently portrayed himself as a political outsider, and promised to champion the interest of Filipinos in the provinces who felt marginalised by Manila's elite.

From BBC

"There's a new generation in Africa, of which I'm a part, that's demanding a certain freedom, identity, and authenticity, and that also wants to rethink the image portrayed of Africa and Africans," he said.

From Barron's

John Davidson, whose life with Tourette's syndrome was portrayed in I Swear by Robert Aramayo, was among those at the awards.

From BBC