1
as in etching
to cut (as letters or designs) on a hard surface
incised a pattern into the copper plate
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2
as in slicing
to penetrate with a sharp edge (as a knife)
incised the tree with a sharp ax to get the sap flowing
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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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Late Tuesday night, social media was awash with dramatic images of the raging blaze, as well as the hilltop museum surrounded by flames ripping through its surrounding trees and vegetation.—
The Editors of ARTnews,
ARTnews.com,
8 Jan. 2025
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The magazine said Gallagher provides vocals on the chorus, with Ryder taking on the verses, Starkey on drums, guitar, bass and keyboards and Bell ripping an extended guitar solo.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
8 Jan. 2025
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The plan was implemented after several high-profile incidents occurred on the city's subway system, including a deadly shooting that broke out on an elevated train platform and a train conductor who was injured in a slashing attack.—
John Bacon,
USA TODAY,
24 Dec. 2024
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The deal is seen as a lifeline in particular for Nissan, which has been slashing jobs and production amid faltering sales.—
River Akira Davis,
New York Times,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Incising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incising. Accessed 23 Jul. 2025.
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