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the way you behave, talk, etc., with other people that causes them to see you as a particular kind of person
His public persona is that of a strong, determined leader, but in private life he's very insecure. The band takes on a whole new persona when they perform live.
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Recent Examples of persona
In her first, deeply personal film, Mariska Hargitay embarks on a poignant search for the real woman behind the platinum bombshell
persona.
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Katcy Stephan, Variety, 16 Apr. 2025
In her first, deeply personal film, Hargitay embarks on a poignant search for the real woman behind the platinum bombshell
persona.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 16 Apr. 2025
The court also decided that the Nicklaus Company LLC could continue to operate under its original trademark and even use the Golden Bear logo so closely associated with the 73-time PGA Tour winner's persona.
—Julio Cesar Valdera Morales, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
Trainor’s approachable persona and digital influence amplify the campaign’s appeal, particularly among younger audiences who increasingly drive household purchasing decisions.
—WWD, 21 Mar. 2025
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Katcy Stephan, Variety, 16 Apr. 2025
In her first, deeply personal film, Hargitay embarks on a poignant search for the real woman behind the platinum bombshell
persona.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 16 Apr. 2025
The court also decided that the Nicklaus Company LLC could continue to operate under its original trademark and even use the Golden Bear logo so closely associated with the 73-time PGA Tour winner's persona.
—Julio Cesar Valdera Morales, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
Trainor’s approachable persona and digital influence amplify the campaign’s appeal, particularly among younger audiences who increasingly drive household purchasing decisions.
—WWD, 21 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for persona
Recent Examples of Synonyms for persona
Noun
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The images feature the brand’s ready-to-wear, custom and bespoke suits, the latter of which are available by appointment with the company’s master tailor.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The New Yorker received the National Magazine Award for photography, winning for images illustrating three very distinct stories.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Your portrayal of her interiority carries the story.—
Willing Davidson,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2025
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His portrayal has been a critical component of the show's examination of identity, repression and trauma across generations.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Fact to know: In collaboration with the Dilworth Historic Commission, the project team used traditional materials and techniques — including the help of a master stonemason with access to original quarries — to ensure consistency with the church’s limestone facade.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
18 Apr. 2025
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Its grand facade, looming over the misty abyss of Tequendama Falls, is the kind of place that invites amazement and a little unease.—
Josh Rivera,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
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In her four seasons playing at UConn, Bueckers took the Huskies to four Final Fours, two National Championship game appearances and eight BIG EAST titles.—
Adam Zagoria,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Joao Pedro, who scored both goals from the penalty spot against Leicester, is the next-highest attacking player on the appearances list (22).—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Persona.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persona. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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