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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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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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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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Recent Examples of shapes
Dallas Morning News, 29 Mar. 2026
Similar to how an eyelash curler shapes and lifts your lashes, Wlodarski says curling mascaras help your eyes look more open.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 28 Mar. 2026
The AeroFit 2 is designed for a custom, non-invasive fit, featuring innovative four-level adjustable ear hooks that comfortably accommodate over 99% of ear shapes.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 28 Mar. 2026
This is part of a collection of stories celebrating the many shapes retirement travel can take.
—Stacey Lastoe, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2026
The layouts range from 280 to 695 square feet and aim to fit a diversity of lot sizes and shapes, with both stand-alone and over-garage options.
—Mark Dee
march 27, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2026
The Labubu keychains everyone is obsessed with are furry and come in different colors, shapes and sizes.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Bubble hems, balloon trousers, and billowy shapes bring a touch of drama to everyday dressing.
—Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2026
Ribcage jeans can come in a variety of lengths and shapes – from straight to barrel through wide-leg; puddling, cuffed or cropped.
—Dino Bonačić, Glamour, 21 Mar. 2026
Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2026
Melissa shapes the industry as much through education as through example.
—William Jones, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
Today, Waxman told me, what happens in the region profoundly shapes the security and perceptions of Jews in the diaspora.
—Eyal Press, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
That is where large-scale private capital flows, and where enforceable patent protection most directly shapes investment decisions.
—Laura Peter, Fortune, 29 Mar. 2026
The terrifying cadence of airstrikes shapes daily life in Tehran.
—ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
In this week’s STATus Report video, Alex Hogan talks with health and science influencers about how social media can affect wellbeing, and how that shapes their habits.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 27 Mar. 2026
This bias shapes how scientists measure minds.
—Shai Tubali, Big Think, 27 Mar. 2026
In the mythology of chance that shapes the strugglers’ universe, this means a good intro can change your life.
—Taran Khan, The Dial, 24 Mar. 2026
Noun
Dallas is full of extraordinary homes of all shapes, sizes and styles.
—Dallas Morning News, 29 Mar. 2026
Similar to how an eyelash curler shapes and lifts your lashes, Wlodarski says curling mascaras help your eyes look more open.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 28 Mar. 2026
The AeroFit 2 is designed for a custom, non-invasive fit, featuring innovative four-level adjustable ear hooks that comfortably accommodate over 99% of ear shapes.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 28 Mar. 2026
This is part of a collection of stories celebrating the many shapes retirement travel can take.
—Stacey Lastoe, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2026
The layouts range from 280 to 695 square feet and aim to fit a diversity of lot sizes and shapes, with both stand-alone and over-garage options.
—Mark Dee
march 27, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2026
The Labubu keychains everyone is obsessed with are furry and come in different colors, shapes and sizes.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Bubble hems, balloon trousers, and billowy shapes bring a touch of drama to everyday dressing.
—Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2026
Ribcage jeans can come in a variety of lengths and shapes – from straight to barrel through wide-leg; puddling, cuffed or cropped.
—Dino Bonačić, Glamour, 21 Mar. 2026
Verb
His influence still shapes the experience of the house today, from its arched openings and pale green detailing to the way rooms open seamlessly onto terraces and gardens.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2026
Melissa shapes the industry as much through education as through example.
—William Jones, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
Today, Waxman told me, what happens in the region profoundly shapes the security and perceptions of Jews in the diaspora.
—Eyal Press, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
That is where large-scale private capital flows, and where enforceable patent protection most directly shapes investment decisions.
—Laura Peter, Fortune, 29 Mar. 2026
The terrifying cadence of airstrikes shapes daily life in Tehran.
—ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
In this week’s STATus Report video, Alex Hogan talks with health and science influencers about how social media can affect wellbeing, and how that shapes their habits.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 27 Mar. 2026
This bias shapes how scientists measure minds.
—Shai Tubali, Big Think, 27 Mar. 2026
In the mythology of chance that shapes the strugglers’ universe, this means a good intro can change your life.
—Taran Khan, The Dial, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shapes
Noun
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As technology has evolved, car shows have also become a stage to debut and promote emerging forms of transportation.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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After the entry of a preliminary approval order, notice and settlement forms will be mailed to class members within 10 days.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The trend also comes at a time when weight-loss medications are on the rise, more ultra-thin physiques appear to dominate red carpets and some social media users have built platforms off the outward pursuit of thinness.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Thanks in part to Ozempic, thin is back in, with once-plus-size celebrities sporting svelter physiques, and some already-slim stars now verging on gaunt.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
22 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Meanwhile, Kawamura’s twisty, Escher-esque thriller adapts a refreshingly original video game to find a man trapped in a Japanese metro station with no way out.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
27 Mar. 2026
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The system also adapts to emergencies in real time.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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So, Gomez collaborated with the Hanger Clinic, which designs and custom fits orthotic and prosthetic devices.—
Lou Ponsi,
Oc Register,
30 Mar. 2026
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McKeen designs with 270 fit models across seven easy sizes, grading each style individually rather than scaling up from a single sample.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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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
Noun
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For Sacramento residents like Isabelle Fama, 24, the steady increase in fuel costs has led her to change certain habits over the last month.—
Noe Padilla,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Take this quick quiz to see where your digital habits stand.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Whether the streaming platform adjusts its approach for future broadcasts like the Home Run Derby and Field of Dreams game remains to be seen.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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The adaptive noise cancellation automatically adjusts to your environment to silence distractions, and the four digital beamforming microphones keep your voice crystal clear during calls, even in windy outdoor conditions.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The forthcoming scorecards are just one way the group plans to track the public-lands voting records of Wyoming lawmakers.—
Natalie Krebs,
Outdoor Life,
3 Apr. 2026
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If dinner plans conflict with deadlines, propose takeout and a raincheck tonight.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Shapes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shapes. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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