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as in mise-en-scène
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as in spectacle
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Recent Examples of tableau
Fish fillets from my brother, peaches for a future cobbler, and biscuits ideal for Sunday brunch added to the sumptuous tableau.
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Danny Heitman, The Christian Science Monitor, 29 Nov. 2024
The stars were being arranged on a tableau set and Randolph had started getting emotional realizing she was surrounded by so many Hollywood power players.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
All five principals are first glimpsed in the opening scene — a performance piece starring Alex as Christ on the cross — and all are united in a gorgeous train station tableau near the end.
—Ben Kenigsberg, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025
But his eye is unfailingly compassionate, and at times his scenes can summon the power of a religious tableau.
—Jon Lee Anderson, The New Yorker, 30 Dec. 2024
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Danny Heitman, The Christian Science Monitor, 29 Nov. 2024
The stars were being arranged on a tableau set and Randolph had started getting emotional realizing she was surrounded by so many Hollywood power players.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
All five principals are first glimpsed in the opening scene — a performance piece starring Alex as Christ on the cross — and all are united in a gorgeous train station tableau near the end.
—Ben Kenigsberg, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025
But his eye is unfailingly compassionate, and at times his scenes can summon the power of a religious tableau.
—Jon Lee Anderson, The New Yorker, 30 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tableau
Noun
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Never part of a gallery, Hendry started showing her work in custom environments that became spectacles, beginning with Monochrome, a kind of life-size dollhouse in which each of seven rooms was decorated in a single, blaring color.—
Adriane Quinlan,
Curbed,
7 Feb. 2025
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Hill’s life and career reside in Miami now, a world away from Kansas City and what must feel even farther from the spectacle of a Super Bowl week in New Orleans.—
Kansas City Star,
Orlando Sentinel,
6 Feb. 2025
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Alexandre guided Giles inside to a romantic area with a sparkling chandelier, red floral backdrop and red, draping curtains.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
14 Feb. 2025
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Tariffs, which act as a tax on foreign goods, could lead to higher prices, which are rarely if every welcomed by Americans, and having more import duties on the horizon comes against a backdrop of inflation flaring up once again.—
Kate Gibson,
CBS News,
13 Feb. 2025
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The winning proposal includes an exhibition hall, a 500-room hotel, a 3,000-seat theater, 10 restaurants and 4,000 gaming positions — twice that of any other casino in the state.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2025
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The pre-sale exhibition, also in Diriyah, saw almost 2,500 visitors and the panel discussions more than 700 people.—
George Nelson,
ARTnews.com,
10 Feb. 2025
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But Vana said the change of scenery did little to stop Shipps from molesting her.—
Sara Coello,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Feb. 2025
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Dubois scored for Washington to continue his excellent change of scenery since the Kings dealt him to the Capitals this past June for goaltender Darcy Kuemper, who made 26 saves to help LA win on the road at Carolina and keep his strong season going.—
Stephen Whyno,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Feb. 2025
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Sydney Borchers is a lifestyle production assistant with Fox News Digital.—
Sydney Borchers,
Fox News,
11 Feb. 2025
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Amazon's first group of production satellites for the company's Kuiper Internet network is now first in line on ULA's schedule.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
11 Feb. 2025
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With a slideshow presentation, the school’s Principal Talib ul Hikmah Karriem explained the Nation of Islam’s history and theology.—
Ahmed Ali Akbar,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2025
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As New York Fashion Week had just kicked into full swing Naylor was anticipating attending Sergio Hudson’s presentation.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
9 Feb. 2025
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Even then the performances were less than convincing.—
Jessy Parker Humphreys,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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The tactical hero shooter has been Ubisoft's anchor in these tough times and the studio wants to ensure that this strong performance continues for years to come.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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These days, the majority of Latinos in the U.S. are native born, but these demonstrations prove that the immigrant experience is still very much a major aspect of Latinidad.—
Fidel Martinez,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2025
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While the demonstrations have reportedly been happening in the area for several weeks, Ye’s comments appear to have added fuel to an already blazing fire.—
Aja Romano,
Vox,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Tableau.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tableau. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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