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to create a three-dimensional representation of (something) using solid material
the colossal statue was sculpted from a single block of marble
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Recent Examples of sculpted
Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 24 May 2025
The generously sized 360-degree bowl cocoons curls and waves, ensuring uniform heat distribution and definition—perfect for scrunching your way to frizz-free, sculpted strands.
—Georgia Day, Vogue, 14 May 2025
Her sculpted, Old Hollywood waves, styled by Jennifer Yepez, flowed flawlessly over her bare shoulders.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 14 May 2025
In between exists every combination of strategic seams, ruching, compression, and paneling for a sculpted look.
—Renee Cherry, Glamour, 28 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Also in attendance, Jurnee Smollett chose a black leather sheath with sculpted panels and a front zip.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 24 May 2025
The generously sized 360-degree bowl cocoons curls and waves, ensuring uniform heat distribution and definition—perfect for scrunching your way to frizz-free, sculpted strands.
—Georgia Day, Vogue, 14 May 2025
Her sculpted, Old Hollywood waves, styled by Jennifer Yepez, flowed flawlessly over her bare shoulders.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 14 May 2025
In between exists every combination of strategic seams, ruching, compression, and paneling for a sculpted look.
—Renee Cherry, Glamour, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sculpted
Adjective
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In April, the Hotel and Gaming Trades Council and 32BJ, two politically powerful local unions, endorsed Cuomo despite having also pressured him to resign in 2021.—
Chris Sommerfeldt,
New York Daily News,
3 June 2025
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There are powerful levers to pull if Trump chooses, like increasing US military aid or imposing tough new sanctions, such as those overwhelmingly supported in the US Senate.—
Matthew Chance,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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The room’s layered materiality starts with ultra-plush wool carpeting carved into a unique rose-petal pattern, and a curved metal-and-fabric screen backs the bed and nightstands, dampening noise and creating a comforting space.—
Rachel Gallaher,
Robb Report,
23 Mar. 2025
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Some still have their lids, or stoppers, while others have carved designs and some flecks of light blue paint.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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My legs: muscular during my years of playing varsity soccer and basketball and running track; long and sinewy in my later adult life; milky-pale every winter, yet sunburned often and easily in the summer.—
Laura Neilson,
Vogue,
30 May 2025
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Nathaniel Sullivan embodied a sinewy Jochanaan who is sorely tempted by Salome’s advances.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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The hulking tower, originally known as the Joseph Stalin Palace of Culture and Science, was built during the Cold War – a gift from the Soviets, and a reminder of who was in charge.—
Mark Sappenfield,
Christian Science Monitor,
3 June 2025
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Speaking of hulking Yankees, Giancarlo Stanton amassed just 19 votes.—
Tyler Kepner,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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Maintaining optimal levels can help with cognitive and muscular function, as well as hydration levels and fatigue.—
Morgan Fargo,
Vogue,
4 June 2025
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In this muscular but graceful performance, Torres shows us what resistance truly means.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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This is a beefy AI workstation with an Nvidia GB300 Grace Blackwell Ultra Desktop Superchip, cramming server-grade Grace Blackwell hardware into a single motherboard.—
Brian Westover,
PC Magazine,
24 May 2025
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An older, beefy man stands by the window, holding a walkie-talkie close to his ear and anxiously glancing up and down the street where cars and military vehicles pass by.—
Isobel Yeung,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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The brawny Yankees lead the American League in runs scored, with 135 more than the Royals, and are pacing the majors in home runs, with 108 — more than double the MLB-low 46 mustered by the Royals.—
Vahe Gregorian,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2025
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He’s only gotten brawnier since, and the version of Courtney seen here could have swallowed such a bouncer in one bite.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
17 May 2025
Adjective
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The amendment was inspired by neighboring counties, including Sacramento and Placer, that already instituted hefty fines for violating fireworks ordinances.—
Jack Rodriquez-Vars,
Sacbee.com,
5 June 2025
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Being accused of unethical competitive intelligence can land a company with an expensive lawsuit and hefty fines.—
Chris Mele,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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“Sculpted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sculpted. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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