as in carving
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 sculpting
Shapellx swimsuits have taken me from about 85 percent confident in a swimsuit to 100 percent, thanks to their smoothing, shaping and sculpting technology.
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Lauren Finney Harden,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
Owner Colby Barrett — a geotechnical engineer who specializes in rock slide mitigation — leaned into the land’s natural contours, sculpting the rock into 400-square-foot suites, complete with private patios looking out at the orchards, copper soaking tubs, and walk-in showers lit by skylights.
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Brittany Anas,
Denver Post,
10 June 2026
It could be advertised as a sculpting facial, contouring massage or lymphatic facial massage.
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Lauren Finney Harden,
AJC.com,
10 June 2026
Panels were crafted by 20 international artists and ateliers showcasing 20 different techniques, ranging from leather sculpting to embroidery and featherwork.
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Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
But Zakarian and the makeup team now have a 3D printer and a wealth of digital information, which makes the sculpting and molding process go much faster.
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Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
9 June 2026
Instead of sculpting a sensational Trail of Tears scene of violent removal, Lewis opts for something tranquil.
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Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
The summer solstice here comes with ice sculpting workshops, campfires under the midnight sun, and traditional dishes served with an Arctic spin.
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Lea Lane,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Over the course of three weeks and nearly 150 hours, Mike Elder carefully crafted his honeybee sculpture, welding on antennas and legs, sculpting the yellow and black-striped body from foam and precisely designing its intricate wings.
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Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
Lauren Finney Harden,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
Owner Colby Barrett — a geotechnical engineer who specializes in rock slide mitigation — leaned into the land’s natural contours, sculpting the rock into 400-square-foot suites, complete with private patios looking out at the orchards, copper soaking tubs, and walk-in showers lit by skylights.
—
Brittany Anas,
Denver Post,
10 June 2026
It could be advertised as a sculpting facial, contouring massage or lymphatic facial massage.
—
Lauren Finney Harden,
AJC.com,
10 June 2026
Panels were crafted by 20 international artists and ateliers showcasing 20 different techniques, ranging from leather sculpting to embroidery and featherwork.
—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
But Zakarian and the makeup team now have a 3D printer and a wealth of digital information, which makes the sculpting and molding process go much faster.
—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
9 June 2026
Instead of sculpting a sensational Trail of Tears scene of violent removal, Lewis opts for something tranquil.
—
Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
The summer solstice here comes with ice sculpting workshops, campfires under the midnight sun, and traditional dishes served with an Arctic spin.
—
Lea Lane,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Over the course of three weeks and nearly 150 hours, Mike Elder carefully crafted his honeybee sculpture, welding on antennas and legs, sculpting the yellow and black-striped body from foam and precisely designing its intricate wings.
—
Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sculpting
carving
Verb
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Maureen, thank you so much for carving out time.
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Brands that nail texture and flavor while using higher-quality, more transparent ingredients are carving out space.
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“Sculpting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sculpting. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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