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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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Recent Examples of etch
Chris Sprow, New York Times, 6 Feb. 2026
The most subtle tribute of all is Ferdinand Piëch’s date of birth, April 1937, almost invisibly etched into the driver’s knee rest.
—New Atlas, 6 Feb. 2026
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025
To add details, etch swooping lines around the holes by scraping away the pumpkin's outer skin to create contrast.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Yet, there was Ben Roethlisberger, who tossed a gutsy pass to Santonio Holmes — and the remarkable toe-tap catch for a go-ahead touchdown is forever etched in my mind.
—Chris Sprow, New York Times, 6 Feb. 2026
The most subtle tribute of all is Ferdinand Piëch’s date of birth, April 1937, almost invisibly etched into the driver’s knee rest.
—New Atlas, 6 Feb. 2026
Noun
Choose an ammonia-free cleaner since ammonia can corrode metals and potentially etch glass over time.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025
To add details, etch swooping lines around the holes by scraping away the pumpkin's outer skin to create contrast.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for etch
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The necklace features a ruby on one side—representing Camilla’s July birthstone—and on the other side, the initials of her five grandchildren are engraved.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
6 Feb. 2026
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The center is engraved in a pattern of undulating rays emanating from the hour and minute guichets (windows), meant to resemble the edges of clouds pierced through with sunlight.—
Carol Besler,
Robb Report,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Window tinting, clear coating, VIN etching, car locator services, life insurance and an extended warranty.—
Dave Lieber
Feb. 11,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Feb. 2026
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Any of the original 19th-century art on the walls of every bedroom and hallway—from oil paintings to etchings to political cartoons warrant inclusion here.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
Verb
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As part of the proposal, Watkins gave Johnson a piece of wood inscribed with Taylor Swift lyrics.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
13 Feb. 2026
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Key Background The iconic diamond was originally a gift from Mughal emperor Shah Jahangir, who ruled from 1605 to 1627, to his wife Nur Jahan, whose name is inscribed on the pendant’s surface.—
Mary Whitfill Roeloffs,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Bats can be personalized with custom laser engraving.—
Linnea Bailey,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
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Without any design element overlooked, the back of the face also includes an engraving of Bennett’s own signature.—
John Monaco,
InStyle,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Hašek and Tomáš Vokoun are the clear top two all-time, but Petr Mrázek, Ondřej Pavelec, Roman Turek, Michal Neuvirth and Roman Cechmánek all carved out impressive NHL careers.—
Jesse Granger,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The downhill was already one of the signature events of Alpine skiing, a can’t-look-away showcase as women carve down mountains, around curves and over jumps, pushing 80 mph.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The former tends to focus on facial sculpting tools such as gua shas and microcurrent devices alongside cosmetic treatments; the latter emphasizes things like diet, anti-stress tactics, and supplements (still with the goal of slimming or sculpting the face by reducing inflammation).—
Georgia Casey,
Allure,
6 Feb. 2026
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Liu felt rejuvenated while sculpting a life away from the rink.—
Elliott Almond,
Mercury News,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Las acciones de Google son especialmente insensibles y graves ante el cierre administrativo temporal del gobierno (shutdown), ignorando las peticiones de funcionarios gubernamentales y organizaciones hispanas que les solicitaron mantener la programación de Univision en el paquete principal.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
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Better yet, the superstar—who recently graved our TV screens on The White Lotus—worked with stylist Brett Alan Nelson to deliver custom outfits for the set.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
19 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Here, visitors can trace their family lineage all across North America and Europe.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Feb. 2026
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The blurred surge, of course, traces back to K-beauty, where this finish has been popular for years.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Etch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/etch. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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