In the video game adaptation of the film, she plays a minor role, first appearing as a mere illustration.

The works Mr. Colker produced in collaboration with poets were no mere illustrations.

Balanchine's works, however, are not mere illustrations of the music's structure.

Mr. Burns and his crew haven't used the more than 500 pieces they selected as mere illustration or background.

But Elizabeth Werbe, the society's coordinator of programs and exhibitions, said she viewed the photographs as more than mere illustrations.

Its music, though illustrative, is more than mere illustration.

These aren't mere illustrations; they're jumping-off points for the novelist's imagination.

This was pandering, mere illustration, more suitable for painting on velvet than on canvas.

His depictions of balls, seaside resorts and fashion were seen as mere illustrations.

Arguments from example may be difficult to recognize because they can look like mere illustration.