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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Relevance
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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2
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
Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
The current policy for ICE and DHS agents outlines very narrow acceptable reasons for an officer to fire a weapon into a moving vehicle.
—Caroline Cummings, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
The study also outlines the limits of the approach.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
The food pyramid visually outlines recommended daily servings for each major food group.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
Young said the bill outlines that if the lethal injection drug isn’t available, then the firing squad can be used, or an inmate could choose execution by firing squad.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
This article provides an overview of rhinoplasty in Turkey, explains what patients can expect from the process at Esteworld, and outlines key points to consider before making a decision.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
The memo also outlines plans to re-review applications of immigrants from these countries as far back as 2021.
—Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 2 Jan. 2026
The draft also outlines requirements for handle placement, release force, safety markings, and power-off behavior.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Dec. 2025
Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 6 Jan. 2026
The nascent anti-smartphones movement in America is decidedly nonpartisan, for the most part, and this contributes to its potential and also to the vagueness of its outlines.
—Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2025
Ideas, scripts, outlines, drafts, Act 1, 2 3 and so forth; casting, budgets.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 23 Dec. 2025
Most of the space is dimly lit, with spotlights that accentuate Thomas’s signature strass ornamentation—liberally applied not only to the outlines of her Black female figures, but also to their ruby-red lips, lustrous hair, the lines between their toes, and the surrounding decorative patterns.
—Amy Verner, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2025
The outlines of the Iranian Revolution of 1979 are already seared into the American psyche, but this spellbinding book adds fascinating texture and provides a salutary warning for policymakers today.
—Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
The outlines of the story are well known, about legendary producer Phil Scheffler quickly sussing out Thompson’s total lack of TV credentials and dismissing him.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 14 Dec. 2025
They are designed with an opaque center and semi-transparent edges, which blend perfectly with your skin to ensure that tonal outlines aren’t visible.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2025
Breyer said the law governing the Guard’s deployment outlines when the president can shorten a call-up, but does not specify how to extend it beyond the time initially authorized.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 5 Dec. 2025
Verb
The Florida Department of Revenue exemptions page outlines eligibility requirements for these programs.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
The current policy for ICE and DHS agents outlines very narrow acceptable reasons for an officer to fire a weapon into a moving vehicle.
—Caroline Cummings, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
The study also outlines the limits of the approach.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
The food pyramid visually outlines recommended daily servings for each major food group.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
Young said the bill outlines that if the lethal injection drug isn’t available, then the firing squad can be used, or an inmate could choose execution by firing squad.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
This article provides an overview of rhinoplasty in Turkey, explains what patients can expect from the process at Esteworld, and outlines key points to consider before making a decision.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
The memo also outlines plans to re-review applications of immigrants from these countries as far back as 2021.
—Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 2 Jan. 2026
The draft also outlines requirements for handle placement, release force, safety markings, and power-off behavior.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Dec. 2025
Noun
Cleaning the surrounding area, not just the stain, helps prevent outlines as the shoes dry.
—Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 6 Jan. 2026
The nascent anti-smartphones movement in America is decidedly nonpartisan, for the most part, and this contributes to its potential and also to the vagueness of its outlines.
—Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2025
Ideas, scripts, outlines, drafts, Act 1, 2 3 and so forth; casting, budgets.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 23 Dec. 2025
Most of the space is dimly lit, with spotlights that accentuate Thomas’s signature strass ornamentation—liberally applied not only to the outlines of her Black female figures, but also to their ruby-red lips, lustrous hair, the lines between their toes, and the surrounding decorative patterns.
—Amy Verner, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2025
The outlines of the Iranian Revolution of 1979 are already seared into the American psyche, but this spellbinding book adds fascinating texture and provides a salutary warning for policymakers today.
—Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
The outlines of the story are well known, about legendary producer Phil Scheffler quickly sussing out Thompson’s total lack of TV credentials and dismissing him.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 14 Dec. 2025
They are designed with an opaque center and semi-transparent edges, which blend perfectly with your skin to ensure that tonal outlines aren’t visible.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2025
Breyer said the law governing the Guard’s deployment outlines when the president can shorten a call-up, but does not specify how to extend it beyond the time initially authorized.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 5 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outlines
Verb
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The former first lady is currently promoting her latest book The Look, which traces her sartorial journey since entering the public eye.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
5 Jan. 2026
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The play traces Chaudhuri’s family history from the Trail of Tears to her grandfather’s allotment in central Oklahoma.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This Batul Hassan piece in Jacobin summarizes some of Mamdani’s more popular plans.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
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Provide a narrative that summarizes any changes in revenue, expense reductions and board notices to monitor current financial status in the district.—
Grace Tucker,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Meeting summaries from the Danish Vaccine Council — an expert panel that advises Denmark on vaccine recommendations — from November, 2024 suggest growing interest in reassessing rotavirus, chickenpox and hepatitis B vaccinations.—
Erika Edwards,
NBC news,
5 Jan. 2026
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Several Canadian viewers shared clips and summaries of the story on social media, and within hours, the videos went viral on platforms like Reddit and Bluesky.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
23 Dec. 2025
Verb
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This expanding screen defines the Legion Pro Rollable concept.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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Locals cherish the balance between welcoming visitors and preserving the serenity that defines their hometowns.—
Amplified Content Studio,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Western counterparts often acknowledge them privately, even as public backlash from some European institutions and media figures ensued against Rubio’s candor.—
Daniel Ross Goodman,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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The Mean Green’s best football season ever wasn’t even over before the major figures from that team left, or announced their intentions to bounce ASAP; when the season did end, moments after UNT defeated San Diego State to win the New Mexico Bowl, is when the great Denton flood began.—
Mac Engel
January 9,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Type of pill Krill oils come in all shapes and sizes of pills.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Jan. 2026
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This class is for ages 16 and older and includes skills such as how to throw, alter shapes and trim.—
Abby Hamblin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The So Nude Sandal, one of Aquazzura’s most streamlined silhouettes, retails for $850 and features a single narrow front strap, an open toe and a slim 105-millimeter stiletto secured by a barely-there slingback.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
9 Nov. 2025
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Flats of every kind have dominated this year — from ballet flats similar to those worn by Angelina Jolie and Cindy Crawford, to Mary Janes, woven flats, and T-strap silhouettes.—
Taylor Jean Stephan,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Outlines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outlines. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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