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as in to imprint
to produce a vivid impression of
a scar that forever engraved the killer's face in the witness's mind
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Recent Examples of engrave
Technical and aesthetic highlights include the ratchet wheel adorned with solarization and engraved with the brand name, as well as the constant-force escapement bridge.
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Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
This numbered edition, priced at 35,000 euros, is engraved with the name of the three winning drivers of the race alongside the name of the buyer.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 28 July 2025
Start engraving that Best International Feature Film Oscar now.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 1 July 2025
The special edition iPhone is limited to just seven units, with each one having a unique number engraved on it.
—Prakhar Khanna, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
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Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
This numbered edition, priced at 35,000 euros, is engraved with the name of the three winning drivers of the race alongside the name of the buyer.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 28 July 2025
Start engraving that Best International Feature Film Oscar now.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 1 July 2025
The special edition iPhone is limited to just seven units, with each one having a unique number engraved on it.
—Prakhar Khanna, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for engrave
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Sold on a stainless steel bracelet, with steel case back with the NFL team logo etched into it, the Chronomat Automatic GMT watches retail for $6,600.—
Roberta Naas,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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Naming an action or tactical principle after a specific individual is a handy way to etch yourself into football folklore.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
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There are currently 26 sites in the United States inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.—
Tina Chen,
Mercury News,
22 July 2025
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From Denmark to Mozambique, UNESCO recently inscribed several new global heritage sites and extended the status for two more current sites.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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One of the most appealing elements is the living area with two large arches, carved into a partition to create a smooth transition between the living room and kitchen.—
Ludovica Stevan,
Architectural Digest,
24 Aug. 2025
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Others are also carving out a more conciliatory tone with Trump voters.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
24 Aug. 2025
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“Engrave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engrave. Accessed 31 Aug. 2025.
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