as in etching
to cut (as letters or designs) on a hard surface
the doomed climber graved his initials into the rock face
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This season, Sellers showcased an ability to become a true playmaker at the next level, creating for her teammates and carving out space for her shot with nifty handling through the paint.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
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Adams’ on-base prowess is a crucial piece of Mount Carmel’s attack, carving a path in the order for the high-scoring impact of McQuillan and junior infielder Anthony Chavez who follow him.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Graving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/graving. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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