statue
noun
stat·ue
ˈsta-(ˌ)chü 
: a three-dimensional representation usually of a person, animal, or mythical being that is produced by sculpturing, modeling, or casting
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According to Madame Tussauds, more than 20 artists work together over the course of a year to complete a single statue.
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Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
The bond agreement attributes that confidentiality to a Kansas state statue specifically designed for STAR bond projects involving a major professional sports franchise.
—Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2026
In case of severe cold, the march will be substituted with a car caravan to King's statue.
—Cathy Kozlowicz, jsonline.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Win a World Series, and statues will be erected in your honor.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
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Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
The bond agreement attributes that confidentiality to a Kansas state statue specifically designed for STAR bond projects involving a major professional sports franchise.
—Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2026
In case of severe cold, the march will be substituted with a car caravan to King's statue.
—Cathy Kozlowicz, jsonline.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Win a World Series, and statues will be erected in your honor.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
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“Statue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/statue. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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statue
noun
stat·ue
ˈstach-ü
: a likeness (as of a person) sculptured, modeled, or cast in a solid substance (as marble)
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