work of art
noun phrase
1
: a product of one of the fine arts
especially
: a painting or sculpture of high artistic quality
2
: something giving high aesthetic satisfaction to the viewer or listener
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The final act was theatrical, to be sure, but hardly a work of art.
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Ian Buruma, The New Yorker, 6 Jan. 2025
The celebrated American artist reimagined the M Hybrid V8, transforming the racecar into a dynamic work of art that competed, though sadly didn’t win, in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
—Nargess Banks, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
The bridge — if it is done thoughtfully and with sufficient funding — could be both a practical way to get people across busy Lincoln Street and something of a work of art that marks our present, prosperous moment as a state.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, The Denver Post, 30 Dec. 2024
Is there any piece of furniture, work of art, or decorative objective that has a special significance for you?
—Iñaki Laguardia, Architectural Digest, 24 Dec. 2024
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Ian Buruma, The New Yorker, 6 Jan. 2025
The celebrated American artist reimagined the M Hybrid V8, transforming the racecar into a dynamic work of art that competed, though sadly didn’t win, in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
—Nargess Banks, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
The bridge — if it is done thoughtfully and with sufficient funding — could be both a practical way to get people across busy Lincoln Street and something of a work of art that marks our present, prosperous moment as a state.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, The Denver Post, 30 Dec. 2024
Is there any piece of furniture, work of art, or decorative objective that has a special significance for you?
—Iñaki Laguardia, Architectural Digest, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Work of art.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20of%20art. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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