snapshots

word · lemma: snapshot

Definition

Snapshots are quick photos, usually taken without much preparation, to capture a moment as it happens. The term can also refer to brief pieces of information or summaries that show what something is like at a specific time.

Usage & Nuances

'Snapshots' is informal and mainly refers to casual photos, not professional photography. It is also used figuratively for quick looks or summaries, as in 'snapshots of data.' Plural form emphasizes multiple photos or multiple brief views.

Example Sentences

I took some snapshots of the park with my phone.

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My snapshots aren’t as good as my friend’s professional photos.

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The album is full of family snapshots from our holiday.

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She loves sharing funny snapshots of her cat on social media.

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The report gives snapshots of the company’s finances over the last year.

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We looked through old snapshots and laughed about our childhood memories.

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