sculpt

as in to carve
to create a three-dimensional representation of (something) using solid material the colossal statue was sculpted from a single block of marble

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Recent Examples of sculpt Comfy insoles and sculpted outsoles offer heel-to-toe cushioning and support for long stints of walking and standing. Aly Walansky, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2025 And it's beautifully sculpted, as the mid-engine is designed to always be visible from both inside and outside the car – the plenum being the centerpiece; a perfect balance of aesthetics and intake performance. New Atlas, 28 Apr. 2025 Its precision tip creates ultra-fine lines, while the velvety-matte, non-drying formula blends easily for smoky eyes, lined lips, or softly sculpted cheeks. Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 24 Apr. 2025 What remains of this cluster is still sculpting the Perseus cluster today. Robert Lea, Space.com, 23 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sculpt
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carve
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  • Since then, the two have carved out a new path: settling in the Montecito hills to raise their two children and venturing into the entertainment space.
    Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 20 May 2025
  • He’s even carved one of Ellie’s moth drawings into the neck.
    Keith Phipps, Vulture, 19 May 2025

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“Sculpt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sculpt. Accessed 25 May. 2025.

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