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Recent Examples of cupped
Not only does the material ensure comfort and support, but the unique design, with thick straps that curve to the exact shape of my arches and a cupped heel, creates a glove-like fit that hugs my feet.
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Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
The hood was spreading, forming its cupped oval.
—John McPhee, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
Another option is the Kiwanis Trail that threads its way through a shallow, cupped canyon.
—Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 21 Feb. 2026
Leaves can appear cupped or pinched when there is an insect infestation present.
—Molly Burford, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
Unassuming in appearance, these flip flops actually pack in firm arch support as well as a memory foam core and cupped heel—all the elements of the stability needed, along with extra traction and grip but those slippery boat surfaces.
—Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Oct. 2025
It was cut in eight slices, each with one flat piece of pepperoni and and one cupped piece.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 21 Aug. 2025
Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
The hood was spreading, forming its cupped oval.
—John McPhee, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
Another option is the Kiwanis Trail that threads its way through a shallow, cupped canyon.
—Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 21 Feb. 2026
Leaves can appear cupped or pinched when there is an insect infestation present.
—Molly Burford, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
Unassuming in appearance, these flip flops actually pack in firm arch support as well as a memory foam core and cupped heel—all the elements of the stability needed, along with extra traction and grip but those slippery boat surfaces.
—Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Oct. 2025
It was cut in eight slices, each with one flat piece of pepperoni and and one cupped piece.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cupped
Adjective
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Using a clean towel, apply a generous amount of food-safe mineral oil to the concave side.—
Staff Author,
Martha Stewart,
31 Mar. 2026
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Lightly wet just the concave side of the board and place it on a damp kitchen towel on your countertop.—
Lizzy Briskin,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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By introducing only mild restrictions to molecular transport, the inflow of reactants into the hollow cavity can be aligned more effectively with the intrinsic processing rate of the catalyst.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
3 May 2026
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Today’s ruling likely leaves this landmark law a hollow husk.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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The spidery flowers feature golden yellow recurved petals and showy stamens.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
18 Nov. 2025
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Jordan competes in the recurved bow category, which has limbs at the top and bottom of the bow that curve away from the archer.—
Claire Osborn,
Austin American-Statesman,
29 July 2024
Adjective
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On Friday, most of this cavernous structure shut down for good, joining a long list of indoor shopping centers that became millstones rather than economic engines for their surrounding communities.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Entering the cavernous Magazzini del Sale in Venice, viewers encounter Nalini Malani’s animations, which are projected directly onto the uneven brick walls of the former salt warehouse.—
Eana Kim,
ARTnews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The cause was a rare and aggressive cancer of the soft tissue, alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, according to the organizers of an online funding appeal.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Rhabdomyosarcoma is more common in children but can occur in adults, according to the American Cancer Society, and alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma typically affects all age groups equally.—
Sara Moniuszko,
USA Today,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Place patties on oiled grates, indented side up; grill, uncovered and undisturbed, until patties form a deep golden brown crust on bottom, 4 to 6 minutes.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
30 Apr. 2026
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Sow large seeds in slightly indented rows and cover lightly with a thin layer of the mix.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Lounge in the sunken living room, avocado velour.—
Olivia Kan-Sperling,
Artforum,
2 May 2026
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An indoor water fountain is also an eye-catching feature, placed inside a sunken area of the restaurant that offers an elevated feel.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Housed in a building with a dimpled façade that many say looks like a cheese grater, the Broad houses the collection of Edythe Broad, who accumulated a formidable cache of contemporary art with her late husband Eli.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Apr. 2026
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That ‘97 triumph and what followed was bigger-than-sports stuff as Woods brought welcome color to a sport white as that dimpled ball, and inspiring young multitudes suddenly interested in golf.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Cupped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cupped. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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