1
as in traces
to draw or make apparent the outline of
she carefully outlined the tree before she started drawing in the leaves
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2
as in summarizes
to make into a short statement of the main points (as of a report)
outlined the important points in the introduction
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1
as in contours
a line that traces the outer limits of an object or surface
place your hand on the paper and draw an outline around it
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as in summaries
a short statement of the main points
a printed outline of the lecture has been made available for all attendees
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Recent Examples of outlines
Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
If a tie affects the outcome, state law outlines a process for determining the winner.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 29 May 2026
The report also outlines two other fatal Aurora police shootings that warrant further review; in both cases, the victims were unarmed.
—Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 28 May 2026
Seby, the attorney for the Buddhist group, argued that the project has been postponed, not cancelled and pointed to a schedule provided by the Corps that outlines the timeline of the project’s work.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 28 May 2026
While the county’s charter outlines that vacancies would be replaced by the Board of County Commissioners, Florida law preempts the charter.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 May 2026
Maverick outlines Lean’s entrée into the British film industry in briskly entertaining fashion.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 27 May 2026
Drawing from my experience coordinating emergency responses and crafting AI governance strategies, this article outlines core biosecurity risks at the AI-ethics intersection and delivers actionable guardrails as business tools for mitigation.
—Jordan Henry, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
The first part outlines the transition from text to hypertext, highlighting the dynamic and hypermodal character of hypertext.
—Carmen Daniela Maier, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
Jason Ma, Fortune, 24 May 2026
Each panel is made of a flax-linen blend with delicate floral outlines of blooms and leaves.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
Legal professionals use ChatGPT to draft initial contract language, summarize legal documents, explain complex concepts in plain language, prepare deposition outlines, and structure legal arguments.
—Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Because of the outlines in the new collective bargaining agreement, Collier will now be an unrestricted free agent next offseason.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 7 May 2026
On the surface, Middle of Nowhere outlines the turmoil before and after an ex’s disappearing act.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 7 May 2026
Models came to his Potrero Hill studio and lay on fragile sheets of translucent paper while Ed traced their outlines.
—Emilie Hardman, JSTOR Daily, 6 May 2026
Fossils from these most special locations not only show body outlines and external textures but also preserve details from appendages and internal organs, from eyes and gills to guts and nerve networks.
—Marlowe Starling, Quanta Magazine, 1 May 2026
Plus, the minimalist heart outlines are dainty looking and would be a perfect choice for your wife or mom to wear every day.
—Olivia Dubyak, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
Verb
The Solana Beach City Council approved a second reading May 27 of an ordinance that outlines the types of structures that are allowed in public spaces used for outdoor dining.
—Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
If a tie affects the outcome, state law outlines a process for determining the winner.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 29 May 2026
The report also outlines two other fatal Aurora police shootings that warrant further review; in both cases, the victims were unarmed.
—Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 28 May 2026
Seby, the attorney for the Buddhist group, argued that the project has been postponed, not cancelled and pointed to a schedule provided by the Corps that outlines the timeline of the project’s work.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 28 May 2026
While the county’s charter outlines that vacancies would be replaced by the Board of County Commissioners, Florida law preempts the charter.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 May 2026
Maverick outlines Lean’s entrée into the British film industry in briskly entertaining fashion.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 27 May 2026
Drawing from my experience coordinating emergency responses and crafting AI governance strategies, this article outlines core biosecurity risks at the AI-ethics intersection and delivers actionable guardrails as business tools for mitigation.
—Jordan Henry, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
The first part outlines the transition from text to hypertext, highlighting the dynamic and hypermodal character of hypertext.
—Carmen Daniela Maier, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
Noun
While talks are ongoing with key details still to be worked out, the outlines of a deal include Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz and letting ships pass without paying tolls, sources told Axios.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 24 May 2026
Each panel is made of a flax-linen blend with delicate floral outlines of blooms and leaves.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
Legal professionals use ChatGPT to draft initial contract language, summarize legal documents, explain complex concepts in plain language, prepare deposition outlines, and structure legal arguments.
—Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Because of the outlines in the new collective bargaining agreement, Collier will now be an unrestricted free agent next offseason.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 7 May 2026
On the surface, Middle of Nowhere outlines the turmoil before and after an ex’s disappearing act.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 7 May 2026
Models came to his Potrero Hill studio and lay on fragile sheets of translucent paper while Ed traced their outlines.
—Emilie Hardman, JSTOR Daily, 6 May 2026
Fossils from these most special locations not only show body outlines and external textures but also preserve details from appendages and internal organs, from eyes and gills to guts and nerve networks.
—Marlowe Starling, Quanta Magazine, 1 May 2026
Plus, the minimalist heart outlines are dainty looking and would be a perfect choice for your wife or mom to wear every day.
—Olivia Dubyak, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outlines
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Nardo’s book traces the history of architecture and artwork in ancient Greece, from its inception to pioneering artists of the era.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
28 May 2026
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Radar, another technology that took hold as a result of World War II, is also a key modern forecasting tool that traces its roots back to World War II.—
Rebecca Hersher,
NPR,
27 May 2026
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Airbnb said its chatbot tool can now fix booking issues within the chat, and the company is adding an AI feature that summarizes guest reviews.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
20 May 2026
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Neither firm responded to a request to confirm that the museum’s statement completely summarizes the results of its investigation.—
Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
19 May 2026
Noun
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The whites of lights and balloons popped, and black suits seemed extremely dark while clearly retaining their cuts and contours.—
Will Greenwald,
PC Magazine,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Clinicians who wanted to compare new trial data depended on journals, institutional summaries or conference presentations.—
Ami Bhatt,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Add splits to run summaries (rolling out this week).—
Stevie Bonifield,
The Verge,
27 May 2026
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And what do the fates of these men say about how and through whom the show defines audacity — a word that has two different interpretations and uses?—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
2 June 2026
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The most effective family offices are those that use technology to enhance efficiency, improve transparency, and strengthen collaboration, while still maintaining the personal approach that defines this unique industry.—
Paul Westall,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Noun
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His broad network of advisers includes many prominent figures, including former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, investor Stanley Druckenmiller, and Chevron CEO Mike Wirth, all of whom appeared at his swearing-in last month at the White House.—
Matt Peterson,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
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Altogether, Russia fired 656 drones and 73 missiles at Ukraine overnight, according to Ukrainian Air Force figures, which said the vast bulk of the drones and just over half of the missiles were shot down.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
2 June 2026
Noun
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Perry loves short, tubular shapes for catching all those flavorful bread crumbs and cheese.—
Deputy Food Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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Today’s new wave of halter tops feels grown-up and refined, reimagined in sleek, streamlined shapes that have become fixtures everywhere from the runway to the red carpet — and across the vacation wardrobes defining Euro-summer style.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
30 May 2026
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The bags’ chic silhouettes and neutral colorways first caught my attention, but the brand’s thoughtful attention to detail and smart features are what have kept me traveling with Béis for over three years.—
Meaghan Kenny,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 May 2026
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The silhouettes range from cat-eye and round frames to rectangular and wrap styles, reflecting a mix of classic and contemporary shapes intended for everyday wear.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
28 May 2026
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“Outlines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outlines. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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