shapes 1 of 2

noun

Definition of shapesnext
plural of shape
1
as in forms
the outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance that part of the state is known as the panhandle because of its shape

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2
as in physiques
the type of body that a person has some specialty clothing stores sell clothing that suits people that have a particular shape

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shapes

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verb

present tense third-person singular of shape
1
as in adapts
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation a dress shaped to the customer's particular figure

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as in designs
to work out the details of (something) in advance over the winter the committee shaped the company's new marketing strategy

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  1. adapts
  2. adjusts
  3. plans
  4. conforms
  5. prepares
  6. puts
  7. arranges
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  • This is because if the balloon’s size is not made incrementally larger, the stomach adapts to its presence and stops sending its satiety signals to the brain.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 8 Dec. 2024
  • Imagine having a personal tennis coach who never gets tired, always hits the perfect shot, adapts to your skill level and is available 24/7.
    Fox News Staff, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of adapts
Verb
  • Founded in 2016 in Ontario, by CEO Manmeet Maggu and CTO Rahul Udasi to assist Maggu’s nephew, Trexo customizes each brace’s gait to the user and adjusts it over time.
    Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 7 Dec. 2024
  • This indicator uses Average True Range to calculate a trailing stop, providing a dynamic trailing stop level that adjusts automatically for the volatility of the instrument.
    David Keller, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of adjusts
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  • Netflix plans to stream two NFL games on Christmas Day, as the Kansas City Chiefs and Pittsburgh Steelers go head-to-head before the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
    Will McCurdy, PCMAG, 17 Nov. 2024
  • In addition, Starbucks plans to bring back condiment bars, a move aimed at reducing barista workload.
    Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
Definition of plans
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  • They’re designed with a high-rise waist, flattering stretchy fabric that conforms to the shape of your curves, and a trendy flare hem that shows off your shoes.
    Averi Baudler, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
  • That’s thanks to a layer of foam, which conforms to the shape of your ear (and seven different earpiece sizes).
    Emily Abbate, SELF, 14 Oct. 2024
Definition of conforms
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  • Now more than a year into her term, Bullock leads a central bank that, thus far, has held out on cutting interest rates, placing her fiercely in the spotlight as the country prepares for a 2025 election with cost of living concerns top-of-mind for voters.
    Erin Spencer Sairam, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The Trap Of Luck The difference between luck and capability lies in how an organization prepares for and responds to problems.
    Andreza Araujo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of prepares
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  • While only a fourth-generation fighter jet, its ongoing evolution puts its performance close to that of fifth-generation jets like the F-22 and F-35.
    Jim Clash, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The ruling is a major setback for the chains and puts the deal’s likelihood in jeopardy.
    Alexandra Banner, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of puts
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  • But when their teacher arranges different teams, jealousy and feelings of being left out threaten their friendship.
    Penny Schwartz, Sun Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2024
  • Once the application is submitted, FEMA typically arranges a property inspection to assess the damage.
    True Tamplin, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2024
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