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 couple holds their baby son, dressed in skeleton pajamas and wearing a black cap.
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Dominique Fluker, Essence, 28 Nov. 2024
The couple holds their baby son, who is dressed in skeleton pajamas and wearing a black cap.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 26 Nov. 2024
In the photo, the couple stands proudly beside Bash's crib, holding their baby boy dressed in skeleton pajamas and a black cap.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
One of those groups is the character-rigging team, which essentially creates the digital skeleton that controls the ability of characters to move so realistically.
—Julie Hinds, Detroit Free Press, 26 Nov. 2024
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Dominique Fluker, Essence, 28 Nov. 2024
The couple holds their baby son, who is dressed in skeleton pajamas and wearing a black cap.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 26 Nov. 2024
In the photo, the couple stands proudly beside Bash's crib, holding their baby boy dressed in skeleton pajamas and a black cap.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
One of those groups is the character-rigging team, which essentially creates the digital skeleton that controls the ability of characters to move so realistically.
—Julie Hinds, Detroit Free Press, 26 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for skeleton
Recent Examples of Synonyms for skeleton
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Both men are known for architecturally complex structures; exaggerated volumes; garments with emphatic lines; the use of new materials; monochromatic abstraction; monastic profiles, and a focus on anonymity, both in their designs and their approach to public exposure.Miles Socha, WWD, 18 Dec. 2024
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In archaeology, it can be used to non-invasively examine the internal structures of artifacts and remains without damaging them.Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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By using frameworks like STEEPV and focusing on emerging trends, family offices can be better prepared for the challenges and turn opportunities into transformative growth.Francois Botha, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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Bremer provides a framework for applying her method.Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2024
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But agile, consolidated architectures can change that.Rachel Curry, CNBC, 12 Dec. 2024
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Related Articles The exhibition is the result of their constant exploration of photography, painting and architecture.Sofia Celeste, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Skeleton.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skeleton. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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