as in structure
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form
Native Americans covered the skeletons of their wigwams with bark, rush mats, or hides
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Recent Examples of skeleton
The skeleton was found with a seaman’s certificate and other papers in a leather pocketbook belonging to Petty Officer Harry Peglar of the HMS Terror.
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ArsTechnica, 8 May 2026
The trio is still enthralled by the pointed edges of post-punk that serve as the skeleton of most of their tracks.
—David Glickman, Pitchfork, 7 May 2026
Nearly a year and a half after their deaths, the victims are mostly skeletons inside their clothing.
—Anas Baba, NPR, 6 May 2026
The Cowboy Carter singer's naked gown was covered in crystals in a skeleton motif, down to the hands.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
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ArsTechnica, 8 May 2026
The trio is still enthralled by the pointed edges of post-punk that serve as the skeleton of most of their tracks.
—David Glickman, Pitchfork, 7 May 2026
Nearly a year and a half after their deaths, the victims are mostly skeletons inside their clothing.
—Anas Baba, NPR, 6 May 2026
The Cowboy Carter singer's naked gown was covered in crystals in a skeleton motif, down to the hands.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skeleton
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Designed by architects Jørgen Bo and Wilhlem Wohlert, the structure, on the grounds of an old villa, is as much a celebration of the outdoors as the art inside.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Balance kindness with structure, and accountability follows.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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Gas and oil prices are marginally down amid expectations Iran will respond to Trump’s framework soon.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
10 May 2026
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Her book outlines what leading the mission taught her about creating successful teams—and provides a framework for others to develop their leadership skills.—
K. R. Callaway,
Scientific American,
9 May 2026
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The Legacy is inspired by Dobson’s original architecture, and will feature a larger dining room, more seating (for about 50 guests), and imagery that celebrates the brand’s history.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
15 May 2026
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Roversi’s elegiac style was inspired by the Byzantine architecture and cultural backdrop of his hometown as well as the work of August Sander, Robert Frank and Diane Arbus.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
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“Skeleton.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skeleton. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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