cropped

past tense of crop
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as in shaved
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument grass cropped short by repeated grazing cropped the painting to fit the frame

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Recent Examples of cropped Chico’s is offering up to 60 percent off tapered, cropped, and pull-on styles, but not for much longer. Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 14 Aug. 2026 The prime way to see the movie is through 70mm IMAX — delivering an ultrasharp, massive physical film image with a taller aspect ratio that reveals up to 40% more picture than cropped digital or standard digital screens. Kaitlyn Harvey, AJC.com, 8 Aug. 2026 While Imax offers a variety of screen options, including digital versions of the 70 mm aspect ratio, these viewings are often cropped to fit the auditorium in which they are being shown. Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 3 Aug. 2026 For denim, a great option is the high rise cropped straight leg pair from Ana & Bow — a lightweight, breathable white jean with a high-rise, waist-defining fit — paired with a pastel top, or a navy or red piece for contrast. Pooja Mistry, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 Thus the image is both cropped at the top and bottom and blown up in a way that increases the grain and softness. Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 21 July 2026 With their 24-inch petite and 26-inch regular options, these are slightly cropped for a more casual look. Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026 The rest will be showing slightly different versions, which may be cropped into smaller aspect ratios or projected without the clarity and texture of the original film stock. Will Gottsegen, The Atlantic, 16 July 2026 First, the taller IMAX image will likely be cropped at the top and bottom later for wider non-IMAX screens, so keeping things centered helps ensure important visual information is not cropped out. Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cropped
Verb
  • More news Thousands were evacuated and six were hurt as the Hawk fire grew to more than 15,000 acres at the California-Nevada border.
    Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Nevada wildfires rage More than 40,000 people were forced to evacuate as a wildfire near Reno, Nevada, grew to more than 15,000 acres over the weekend.
    Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 24 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Samsung has successively shaved a few millimeters off every year, taking a leap last year with the Z Fold 7.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 14 Aug. 2026
  • While treating the disease, the 44-year-old shaved her head but has now been on the road to growing it out again.
    Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • According to organizers, the lineup represents a mix of projects that have already gained recognition at major festivals such as Sundance and South by Southwest, along with films cultivated locally.
    Denis Akbari, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Over the past decade, Blank Forms has cultivated relationships with dozens of artists working across disciplines, engaged in experimental practice and cultural preservation.
    News Desk, Artforum, 21 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Since it was designated the first national recreation area in 1964, hordes of visitors have cut Lake Mead’s glassy surface with jet skis and boats, carelessly dropping belongings that may now wash up on shore.
    Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
  • First, prep your sandwich with any fillings, then place it into the cutter to cut and seal in one step.
    ABC News, ABC News, 21 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The Starship Entertainment girl group, who debuted in February of 2025, were one of the main acts to perform on the 88rising stage at the festival last weekend, produced by 88rising and Goldenvoice.
    Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Voters — and the changes produced by the Florida Republican redistricting plan — have set up some blistering hot general election races.
    Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Southwestern Minnesota will see a few more clouds, and could get clipped by a few showers in the early hours.
    Joseph Dames, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Amabile’s wife, Serena Pitt, can be overheard asking him as another staple is clipped out and placed into a plastic container.
    Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 19 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The latter cover the landscape in the Algarve in late winter; legend has it that the pale pink, almost white, almond trees were planted many centuries ago by a Moorish prince for his homesick Nordic bride to resemble snow.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Crews added more than 114,000 bricks to Kimball’s exterior, installed 1,270 light fixtures and planted 100 new trees.
    Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Keep bushes trimmed and minimize piles of leaves, lumber, rocks, and other debris, particularly around patios, play areas, and other places where your family spends time.
    Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 19 Aug. 2026
  • That 145-basis-point benefit got trimmed by 60 basis points of unplanned cost inflation, leaving 85 basis points.
    Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 19 Aug. 2026

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“Cropped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cropped. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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