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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
Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 10 Mar. 2025
Discovered in the yard of a house in the southeastern province of Şanlıurfa, the one-chamber tomb is decorated with sculpted reliefs that provide new insights into ancient funerary practices.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Mar. 2025
The sculpted bamboo details are actually rust-resistant aluminum, while the tabletop, seats, and seatbacks are upholstered in a synthetic, rattan-like weave that’s more durable than natural caning.
—Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Mar. 2025
For a more sculpted look, consider Alo Yoga’s version, designed with contrast white piping along the chest and waistline.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2025
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Try a dark-wash high-rise pair with a crisp white shirt for effortless elegance, or a mid-rise, flare-jeans moment with a sleek bodysuit for a sculpted silhouette.
—Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 10 Mar. 2025
Discovered in the yard of a house in the southeastern province of Şanlıurfa, the one-chamber tomb is decorated with sculpted reliefs that provide new insights into ancient funerary practices.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Mar. 2025
The sculpted bamboo details are actually rust-resistant aluminum, while the tabletop, seats, and seatbacks are upholstered in a synthetic, rattan-like weave that’s more durable than natural caning.
—Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Mar. 2025
For a more sculpted look, consider Alo Yoga’s version, designed with contrast white piping along the chest and waistline.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sculpted
Adjective
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Multiple hardware tiers On the console side, Microsoft's split simultaneous release of the Xbox Series S and X showed an understanding that not everyone wants to pay more money for the most powerful possible gaming hardware.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
11 Mar. 2025
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The stakes are high for China’s government, and Xi Jinping, the country’s most powerful leader in decades, to get the initiatives right.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN,
11 Mar. 2025
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Set in caves, perching on cliffs, or carved into basalt, these spiritual sites span many faiths and locations.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
23 Dec. 2024
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James Lindsay, the founder and CEO of Rap Snacks, has carved out a unique niche in the consumer goods industry by merging his passion for snacking and hip-hop culture.—
Delano Massey,
Axios,
21 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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One longs for the sinewy action of a Transformers flick, or the imaginative gravity of something like the first Pacific Rim.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
14 Mar. 2025
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Ahead of more anniversary celebrations later this year — including parties, exclusive jewels and the brand’s first pop-up — the sinewy signature has been redesigned entirely in white diamonds, representing a step into new territory for a creative with two decades of rich jewelry design behind her.—
Kate Matthams,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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Other great spots for golf include We-Ko-Pa Golf Club, where two 18-hole masterpieces are both visually stunning and unspoiled by nearby hulking homes.—
David Weiss,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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The resolution — a first step toward the hulking budget reconciliation bill Republicans hope to pass — allows $4.5 trillion in tax cuts, offset by $2 trillion in spending cuts.—
Andrew Solender,
Axios,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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That muscular electric motor’s torque is the real difference that makes this E-class a worthy AMG tuner car for those who value the benefits of exemplary performance but don’t need a snarling beast of a high-performance car.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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Erectile tissue expands and contracts based on muscular action.—
Alice Jones Webb,
Outdoor Life,
21 Mar. 2025
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Set in 1987, Predator starts with Schwarzenegger's Dutch taking out guerrillas in the Central American jungle with his beefy battalion of soldiers — played by Carl Weathers, Jesse Ventura, Bill Duke, Sonny Landham, and future director of The Predator, Shane Black.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
7 Mar. 2025
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Municipal bonds are already beloved by high-income investors, but those seeking additional yield and beefier returns are reaching for a little more risk.—
Darla Mercado, CFP®,
CNBC,
20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Queen is a brawny, physical big who muscled through opponents to average 19.5 points and 10.8 rebounds this season.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Mar. 2025
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Masters of the Universe was confirmed by actor Nicholas Galitzine, who stars as the brawny superhero in Amazon MGM's upcoming film.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
Newsweek,
26 Feb. 2025
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The losses followed Trump's threat to impose hefty tariffs on European wines and alcohol, further escalating trade tensions.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
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Almost every other country in the world doesn’t buy much of our goods because of hefty tariffs, which is why Jack Daniels and Levi’s jeans get taxed.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Sculpted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sculpted. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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