characterization

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Pretti’s death, and the federal government’s characterization of the event, sparked immediate protests, spurring thousands of people to go out into frigid conditions in Minneapolis and other American cities.

From Salon

DHS officials have disputed that characterization, saying the father fled on foot and that an agent stayed with Liam for his safety.

From Salon

Department of Energy disputed Reuters’ characterization, and an analyst called the stock moves an overreaction, noting continued government backing for ex-China supply.

From Barron's

Similarly, Powell’s characterization of employment conditions could also provide some hints as to whether the committee remains concerned enough to trigger additional cuts in the near term.

From Barron's

The meeting was tense, attendees said, and the characterization of complaints as “rumors” was a point of contention.

From The Wall Street Journal