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as in engraving
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 imprinting
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 etching
Miami Herald Staff, Miami Herald, 2 Dec. 2025
Each coaster has an etching of something that is uniquely Louisville, from the city's skyline to its many pronunciations and the Fleur-de-lis emblem.
—Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Nov. 2025
Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2025
Each one was crafted using ground-breaking new techniques in 3-D ink layering, 3-D marquetry, and laser etching.
—Howard Walker, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2025
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Noun
The works — replicas of drawings, images, etchings and sculptures — are revealed by opening doors to illuminated huts decorated with bold colors.
—Miami Herald Staff, Miami Herald, 2 Dec. 2025
Each coaster has an etching of something that is uniquely Louisville, from the city's skyline to its many pronunciations and the Fleur-de-lis emblem.
—Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Nov. 2025
Verb
Odd sleeping conditions did not stop Addison Barger from etching his name into Toronto Blue Jays' history Friday night.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2025
Each one was crafted using ground-breaking new techniques in 3-D ink layering, 3-D marquetry, and laser etching.
—Howard Walker, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for etching
Noun
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Architect Shalom Baranes shows elevation drawings for a new $400 million ballroom at the White House to members of the National Capital Planning Commission on January 08, 2026 in Washington, DC.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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When are the Hoosier Lottery drawings held?—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
9 Jan. 2026
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Just start engraving the Tony statues right now.—
EW Staff,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Oct. 2025
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Thanks for giving me my tombstone engraving!—
Audrey Gibbs,
The Tennessean,
22 Aug. 2025
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Bring your own artwork and supplies (acrylic, oil, or watercolor) to work with Alex and fellow artists.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Dec. 2025
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This month, Davis painted the Christmas tree inside the Union Station and included a watercolor sticker of the Shuttlecock at the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
22 Dec. 2025
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Like inscribing shell casings, communicating messages in connection with high-profile acts of violence has a long history.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
24 Sep. 2025
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The pastel hues are broken up at the bottom of this pair with burgundy rubber below the shoe’s signature Abzorb SBS cushioning pods.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
14 Oct. 2025
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Snag it in one of 32 different colors, including cozy neutrals and pretty pastels.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Oct. 2025
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Everglades restoration can help fortify the region as the climate warms by carving out space for more freshwater to remain on the landscape.—
Amy Green,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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Get in the rhythm of carving out a few minutes for a quick sweep as part of your nightly routine, to clear the floor of the day’s debris.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
8 Jan. 2026
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Equally damning are the quantities of fossil fuels used to produce synthetic garments made from polyester, nylon or acrylic.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Jan. 2026
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The transparent, acrylic-looking design blends in with your wall, minimizing visual clutter while making items much easier to find.—
Quincy Bulin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Jan. 2026
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Their knack for samples, melodies, and sculpting moments of bliss is intoxicating.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
6 Nov. 2025
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It is made of the brand's signature sculpting fabric and also contains collagen yarns.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Etching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/etching. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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