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as in to engrave
to cut (as letters or designs) on a hard surface the artist etched his landscape on a copper plate

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as in to imprint
to produce a vivid impression of in just a few pages the writer etched an unforgettable portrait of one of the more remarkable First Ladies

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etch

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noun

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Recent Examples of etch
Verb
Working with toolmakers, TSMC has used ever-smaller wavelengths to pattern and etch away silicon, shrinking the features left behind on its wafers. IEEE Spectrum, 3 Sep. 2024 Nanoimprint lithography stamps the chip’s design directly onto a silicon wafer, while EUV instead uses light to etch circuit patterns. Lionel Lim, Fortune Asia, 29 Jan. 2024
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The short years of Victoria’s life are etched in my heart forever. Jackie Siegel, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 June 2025 But Aiden Markram etched his name in lore, producing a brilliant century in the tough chase of 282 in the best ever innings by a South African in Test cricket considering the stakes. Tristan Lavalette, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for etch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for etch
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  • There are so many more Central Floridians who have horrific memories engraved on their souls.
    Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 June 2025
  • The students engraved the stones and then filled the letters and symbols with black paint to recreate permanent replicas of these messages of hope.
    Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 28 May 2025
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  • The most comprehensive solo museum exhibition to date for the artist, approximately 50 works from 1959 to 1999–paintings, sculptures, etchings, drawings, assemblages, and musical compositions–are brought together.
    Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
  • Regularly cleaning your glass shower doors is essential for maintaining their clarity and protecting them from permanent damage or etching.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 3 May 2025
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  • Acutis will be joined by the blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati when he is inscribed in the book of saints.
    Nick Butler, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2025
  • The winning team has its name inscribed on a metal plaque added to the Cup.
    Steve Lyttle, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2025
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  • Wright’s childhood nursery was decorated with engravings of English cathedrals 2.
    Carrie Hojnicki, Architectural Digest, 21 May 2025
  • That church, the Basílica de San José de Flores, has an engraving marking the date when Francis received his vocation, while in the confessional — September 21, 1953.
    David Culver, CNN Money, 25 Apr. 2025
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  • Speaking of dunk contests, the No. 87 overall pick, 5-foot-7 Spud Webb, won that 1986 event and carved out a role in the NBA over a 12-year career despite his stature.
    Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 25 June 2025
  • Banda went on a walk in the area, rough terrain carved with steep cliffs and covered with thick forest, and nearly lost her life with a misstep that dropped her hundreds of feet and out of reach for days.
    Jose R. Gonzalez, USA Today, 24 June 2025
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  • Strategically ventilated and sculpted for compression in the right places, it’s designed to help Kipyegon conserve energy at 15 mph over four punishing laps.
    Gillian Oakenfull, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
  • It is made with breathable fabric that smooths and sculpts the tummy, waist, thighs and buttocks.
    Jené Luciani Sena may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 20 June 2025
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  • The exhibition consists of two parallel themes, one that charts Vuitton’s maritime connections, which is meant to pay homage to Shanghai, and one that traces its brand history, starting from its roots in Asnières, where the original workshop was established in 1859.
    Denni Hu, Footwear News, 25 June 2025
  • Spanning her 1968 debut, Song to a Seagull, through her performance at the 2022 Newport Folk Festival, Joni’s Jazz traces Mitchell’s longstanding love affair with the titular genre.
    Walden Green, Pitchfork, 25 June 2025

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“Etch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/etch. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.

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