as in carving
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 sculpting
Now’s your chance to grab a closet’s worth of sleek, sculpting essentials, like the SpanxShape Booty Boost leggings for $44 off, and the SpanxSmooth Jersey Crewneck T-Shirt for $30 off.
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Olivia Dubyak,
Travel + Leisure,
1 July 2026
For $12, these butter-soft, subtly sculpting leggings can be reserved for my work-from-home wardrobe.
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Essence Wiley,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
Attendees can meet artists and there will be art demonstrations in sculpting, glassblowing and printmaking, a chalk art zone, live music and a hands-on pop-up art booth for all ages.
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Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 June 2026
Owner Colby Barrett — a geotechnical engineer who specializes in rock slide mitigation — leaned into the land’s natural contours, sculpting the rock into 400-square-foot suites, complete with private patios looking out at the orchards, copper soaking tubs, and walk-in showers lit by skylights.
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Brittany Anas,
Denver Post,
10 June 2026
It could be advertised as a sculpting facial, contouring massage or lymphatic facial massage.
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Lauren Finney Harden,
AJC.com,
10 June 2026
Panels were crafted by 20 international artists and ateliers showcasing 20 different techniques, ranging from leather sculpting to embroidery and featherwork.
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Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
But Zakarian and the makeup team now have a 3D printer and a wealth of digital information, which makes the sculpting and molding process go much faster.
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Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
9 June 2026
Instead of sculpting a sensational Trail of Tears scene of violent removal, Lewis opts for something tranquil.
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Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
Olivia Dubyak,
Travel + Leisure,
1 July 2026
For $12, these butter-soft, subtly sculpting leggings can be reserved for my work-from-home wardrobe.
—
Essence Wiley,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
Attendees can meet artists and there will be art demonstrations in sculpting, glassblowing and printmaking, a chalk art zone, live music and a hands-on pop-up art booth for all ages.
—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 June 2026
Owner Colby Barrett — a geotechnical engineer who specializes in rock slide mitigation — leaned into the land’s natural contours, sculpting the rock into 400-square-foot suites, complete with private patios looking out at the orchards, copper soaking tubs, and walk-in showers lit by skylights.
—
Brittany Anas,
Denver Post,
10 June 2026
It could be advertised as a sculpting facial, contouring massage or lymphatic facial massage.
—
Lauren Finney Harden,
AJC.com,
10 June 2026
Panels were crafted by 20 international artists and ateliers showcasing 20 different techniques, ranging from leather sculpting to embroidery and featherwork.
—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
But Zakarian and the makeup team now have a 3D printer and a wealth of digital information, which makes the sculpting and molding process go much faster.
—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
9 June 2026
Instead of sculpting a sensational Trail of Tears scene of violent removal, Lewis opts for something tranquil.
—
Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sculpting
carving
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Legislators tweaked the plan (HJR 1-F) the next week during the special session, carving out the impact on school districts.
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The Premier Jumping League is banking on carving out a place in the global equestrian market, which the league values at $300 billion and says is supported by an affluent, worldwide audience.
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“Sculpting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sculpting. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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