as in outlines
a line that traces the outer limits of an object or surface
cartoonists often try to give their characters recognizable silhouettes
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as in traces
to draw or make apparent the outline of
in the photograph the majestic mountain is strikingly silhouetted against the setting sun
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Recent Examples of silhouettes
Hannah Malach, InStyle, 2 Apr. 2026
Choose playful prints and airy silhouettes for your look; or, go more on the nose with a tropical pattern from Cala de la Cruz or Johanna Ortiz.
—Kerry Pieri, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026
The latest trends in celebrity denim style highlight a preference for worn-in washes, relaxed silhouettes, and blue jeans styled as a foundation for more polished, professional looks.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
This season, prioritize relaxed silhouettes, breathable fabrics, and combinations that prioritize comfort without losing style.
—René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 31 Mar. 2026
Breezy silhouettes, playful prints, and feminine details like lace or flutter sleeves add a little something extra without feeling overdone.
—Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
Above, the hazy silhouettes of Mumbai’s suburban high rises — a view of the postcard metropolis of the movies.
—Taran Khan, The Dial, 24 Mar. 2026
Choosing breathable fabrics like cotton, linen, and lightweight denim can make a major difference, especially when paired with silhouettes that allow for movement.
—Katie Ann Lehman, StyleCaster, 24 Mar. 2026
The rooms Quietly radiant, the 89 accommodations are aesthetically a lovely contrast to the public zones, featuring deeper, warmer tones of wood in curvaceous silhouettes that evoke femininity, with plush carpeting that echoes tatami mats.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2026
Noun
In an adorable clip the Duchess of Sussex posted on Instagram last month, her daughter wore a miniature version of one of Markle's go-to silhouettes.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 2 Apr. 2026
Choose playful prints and airy silhouettes for your look; or, go more on the nose with a tropical pattern from Cala de la Cruz or Johanna Ortiz.
—Kerry Pieri, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026
The latest trends in celebrity denim style highlight a preference for worn-in washes, relaxed silhouettes, and blue jeans styled as a foundation for more polished, professional looks.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
This season, prioritize relaxed silhouettes, breathable fabrics, and combinations that prioritize comfort without losing style.
—René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 31 Mar. 2026
Breezy silhouettes, playful prints, and feminine details like lace or flutter sleeves add a little something extra without feeling overdone.
—Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
Above, the hazy silhouettes of Mumbai’s suburban high rises — a view of the postcard metropolis of the movies.
—Taran Khan, The Dial, 24 Mar. 2026
Choosing breathable fabrics like cotton, linen, and lightweight denim can make a major difference, especially when paired with silhouettes that allow for movement.
—Katie Ann Lehman, StyleCaster, 24 Mar. 2026
The rooms Quietly radiant, the 89 accommodations are aesthetically a lovely contrast to the public zones, featuring deeper, warmer tones of wood in curvaceous silhouettes that evoke femininity, with plush carpeting that echoes tatami mats.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for silhouettes
Noun
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The system, called HEAPGrasp, reconstructs object shapes using only visual outlines captured through an RGB camera, enabling robots to reliably identify and grasp objects regardless of their optical properties.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Mar. 2026
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The legislative text closely follows the outlines of the voluntary deals the administration made with drugmakers.—
Ed Silverman,
STAT,
30 Mar. 2026
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Origins of this Greek watermelon salad recipe Chef Karatassos traces this refreshing watermelon salad back to its Mediterranean roots, where simple seasonal ingredients take center stage.—
Monti Carlo,
AJC.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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Curated by Alex Gartenfeld, Irma and Norman Braman Artistic Director, alongside Gean Moreno, Director of the Art + Research Center, Perfect Nonsense traces Korine’s enduring fascination with the American teenager, the outsider, and the intersection of celebrity and authenticity.—
Robert Lang,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2026
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The ceiling is decorated with representations of Italian coins from the Etruscans to the early 20th century, the floor consists of colorful geometric mosaics, and gazing down on the scene are busts of various iconic Italian figures, from Marco Polo to Alessandro Volta.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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The decision drew immediate fire from El-Sayed's primary opponents and national Democratic figures, forcing a rare public reckoning over how far the party should go to recapture young men who abandoned it in record numbers in 2024.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Seidle sketches out miniature worlds on his Casio with the oblong abstractions of a kindergartener doodling on a piece of paper, his primitive songs existing in a kind of nascent pre-genre state.—
Sam Goldner,
Pitchfork,
2 Apr. 2026
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But Calle, like any writer, sketches her characters and frames their destinies.—
Elisa Wouk Almino
Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Silhouettes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silhouettes. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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