Meanings of represent a cross-section in English

Unless the sector strives to represent a cross-section of society, what case does it have to ask for support?

Second, together, you represent a cross-section of space professions and experience vital to the success of an important and urgent task.

The entrepreneurs represent a cross-section of Ireland's leading firms operating on international markets in a range of sectors from specialised pharmaceuticals to tourism.

The 6,000 staff at GCHQ represent a cross-section of British society, though with probably a higher proportion of mathematicians.

The nominees represent a cross-section of the Republic's leading firms operating in international markets in a range of sectors, from exploration to pharmaceuticals to tourism.

The Afghan team represents a cross-section of areas, ethnicities, political affiliations and former warlords.

Madam, -We live outside the Pale and representacross-section of Irish society.

This cut represents a cross-section of the buildings, and shows also the slight cornice.

The BBC responded to that letter, saying those invited to the conference represented a cross-section of women in all spheres of life.

Among 75 companies representing a cross-section of industries, 54 percent used a single insurer and 26 percent used two, the analysis found.

70 represents a cross-section of the commode, and will enable the reader more clearly to understand the construction and operation of the apparatus.