stylistic
adjective
sty·lis·tic
stī-ˈli-stik 
: of or relating especially to literary or artistic style
Examples of stylistic in a Sentence
There are a number of stylistic changes in the new car.
stylistic differences among various writers
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There are times when Black Phone 2 wears its stylistic influences — including not only the Nightmare on Elm Street films but many other horror movies from the ‘80s — too heavily on its sleeve.
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Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2025
The Envision Competition, showcasing work that pushes stylistic boundaries, also includes a dozen films, — 11 of those world or international premieres.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2025
The 21-year-old Spaniard has certain stylistic similarities with Gabriel and Saliba, and thus far looks to be the bargain buy from Arsenal’s spectacular summer haul.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
The blend of historical biopic, social satire and feminist edge aligns with a growing trend for hybrid dramas that anchor themselves in real events while pushing stylistic boundaries.
—Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 1 Oct. 2025
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Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2025
The Envision Competition, showcasing work that pushes stylistic boundaries, also includes a dozen films, — 11 of those world or international premieres.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2025
The 21-year-old Spaniard has certain stylistic similarities with Gabriel and Saliba, and thus far looks to be the bargain buy from Arsenal’s spectacular summer haul.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
The blend of historical biopic, social satire and feminist edge aligns with a growing trend for hybrid dramas that anchor themselves in real events while pushing stylistic boundaries.
—Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 1 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for stylistic
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“Stylistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stylistic. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
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