insculping

present participle of insculp, archaic
as in etching
to cut (as letters or designs) on a hard surface laid to rest under a stone insculpt with the figure of an angel

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  • Utilizing a variety of tools that allow for shading, etching, and peeling creates a layered effect and transforms pumpkins into detailed pieces of multi-dimensional art.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2025
  • The only way to fix etching is by buffing the scratches out.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2025
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  • While giants like Diageo and Pernod Ricard dominate volumes, smaller distilleries like Torabhaig are carving out space by leaning into provenance, limited releases, and distinctive house styles.
    Gina Pace, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
  • While his specialty is agateware, which involves carving into a multi-colored piece to reveal layers of clay, this musician and songwriter also enjoys the showmanship of demonstrating his craft.
    Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2025
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“Insculping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insculping. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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