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portrayal

[pawr-trey-uhl, pohr-] / pɔrˈtreɪ əl, poʊr- /


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Aramayo’s portrayal of real-life Tourette’s syndrome activist John Davidson is a truly stunning turn but, ironically, the events of that evening also proved why the film is so necessary right now.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

"The Cardinal emphatically denied the media's portrayal of his meeting with Colby," Burch said.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

All of them find it a perfectly plausible portrayal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

“I’m Actually Kinda Famous” sneers and taunts a portrayal of fame over synths, and “Cannibalism!” is wrapped in youthful desire and garage rock fuzz.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Yet in its very portrayal, and in the lavish detail paid to its design, there was a certain false glitz, as though the entire exhibit were under a limelight.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros




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