as in plump
having a well-proportioned feminine figure
a shapely blonde who had a lead role in numerous Hollywood movies
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Recent Examples of shapely
At our test track, the car leapt to 60 mph in 4.0 seconds; the S7—the S6's shapelier counterpart—managed to blast to 60 mph in just 4.1 seconds.
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Drew Dorian, Car and Driver, 31 May 2023
That practicality translates into this modern design, with every detail, from the shapely shoulders to the utilitarian pockets.
—Roxanne Adamiyatt, Town & Country, 30 Apr. 2022
But their shapely presence along with the crisp palette that cools hot summer days makes the time spent indoors vibrant and full of life too.
—Krissa Rossbund, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 May 2021
This refers to the eggs’ appearance—the higher the grade (AA is the highest), the more shapely and spot-free the egg, with firm whites, pert yolks, and clean shells.
—Sarah Jampel, Bon Appétit, 3 May 2021
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Drew Dorian, Car and Driver, 31 May 2023
That practicality translates into this modern design, with every detail, from the shapely shoulders to the utilitarian pockets.
—Roxanne Adamiyatt, Town & Country, 30 Apr. 2022
But their shapely presence along with the crisp palette that cools hot summer days makes the time spent indoors vibrant and full of life too.
—Krissa Rossbund, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 May 2021
This refers to the eggs’ appearance—the higher the grade (AA is the highest), the more shapely and spot-free the egg, with firm whites, pert yolks, and clean shells.
—Sarah Jampel, Bon Appétit, 3 May 2021
See All Example Sentences for shapely
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shapely
Adjective
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Each of the six shades are packed with vegan collagen, aloe, and seawater to keep skin juicy and plump.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
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The glosses are cruelty free and vegan, with a non-sticky formula and long-lasting, glossy finish that leaves lips looking hydrated and plump.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The lower half of the vehicle features a sculptural shape that calls to the mind the curvaceous C3, with prominent air intakes up front and an even larger diffuser in the back.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
7 Apr. 2025
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Embracing fluidity and organic forms, sculptural Bianco Real Portuguese limestone tables and curvaceous shelving reflect L’Objet’s signature balance of nature and artistry, complemented by terrazzo flooring.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Tracing either the circle or the curvy triangle assumes the needle is sitting flat on a desk, in two dimensions.—
Sara Hashemi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
7 Apr. 2025
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The Bentayga Mulliner hits the perfect point between satisfying power—the twin turbo V8 is confident and offers quick acceleration—and performance: Even on curvy roads this large SUV holds its own, sticking to every curve but not tossing passengers around in the cabin.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Of course, without an atmosphere, the Moon isn’t ideal for traditional pneumatic rubber approaches, so this is also an opportunity for companies like Michelin to develop their emerging airless technology.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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Yet the car’s most remarkable feature is arguably its retractable metal roof that is opened and closed by an ingenious two-cylinder pneumatic-suction motor located in the trunk.—
Howard Walker,
Robb Report,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Shapely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shapely. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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