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as in forms
the outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance
that part of the state is known as the panhandle because of its shape
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as in physiques
the type of body that a person has
some specialty clothing stores sell clothing that suits people that have a particular shape
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as in adapts
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
a dress shaped to the customer's particular figure
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as in designs
to work out the details of (something) in advance
over the winter the committee shaped the company's new marketing strategy
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Recent Examples of shapes
Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2026
Their unique petal arrangements come in many colors, shapes, and sizes, providing a spectacular display from summer until the first autumn frost.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 12 Apr. 2026
Their message is that for any movie, there’s no one-size fits all approach, just as there’s no one right idea that will save movie theaters of all shapes and sizes.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 11 Apr. 2026
Colors and shapes from tiles, fabrics, Moroccan lamps and hanging plants saturate the place.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026
It is equipped with fold-out platforms, a large glass-bottom pool, and a lounge with a DJ booth, meaning seafarers can play with water toys by day and cut shapes by night.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2026
Seasonal arrivals showcase lighter colors, playful patterns and frame shapes that align with spring fashion trends, while many of the brand’s bestselling designs remain popular choices for everyday wear.
—Advertorial, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2026
As someone who is larger chested, finding a swimsuit that lifts, shapes, and flatters my curves can feel like rocket science.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
The end of the day blazed orange, the distant shapes of the Aran islands blurring on the horizon.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Apr. 2026
Stuart Miller, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
From the opening scene of the family’s move to town, the soft and wistful light shapes the film’s emotional world.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2026
Her confidence is assured and admirable—the precision of her cooking and the generosity that shapes her leadership.
—Julie Lin, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Apr. 2026
Language shapes reality for everyone.
—Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 9 Apr. 2026
Our research suggests that political power also shapes where businesses decide to plant their flag.
—Rui Du, The Conversation, 9 Apr. 2026
December 22 – January 19 Your presence shapes the room without effort.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026
Each profile film produced in partnership with Levi’s will explore featured artists’ creative process and the vision that shapes their work.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2026
But Fuller says what ultimately shapes his candidacy goes beyond policy.
—Brian Unger, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Noun
This curved exterior is a play of shapes and angles.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2026
Their unique petal arrangements come in many colors, shapes, and sizes, providing a spectacular display from summer until the first autumn frost.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 12 Apr. 2026
Their message is that for any movie, there’s no one-size fits all approach, just as there’s no one right idea that will save movie theaters of all shapes and sizes.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 11 Apr. 2026
Colors and shapes from tiles, fabrics, Moroccan lamps and hanging plants saturate the place.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026
It is equipped with fold-out platforms, a large glass-bottom pool, and a lounge with a DJ booth, meaning seafarers can play with water toys by day and cut shapes by night.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2026
Seasonal arrivals showcase lighter colors, playful patterns and frame shapes that align with spring fashion trends, while many of the brand’s bestselling designs remain popular choices for everyday wear.
—Advertorial, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2026
As someone who is larger chested, finding a swimsuit that lifts, shapes, and flatters my curves can feel like rocket science.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
The end of the day blazed orange, the distant shapes of the Aran islands blurring on the horizon.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
But director Rachel Dretzin shapes Marie’s footage and fresh interviews into an unusual but worthy tale of one woman’s commitment to bring down an evildoer.
—Stuart Miller, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
From the opening scene of the family’s move to town, the soft and wistful light shapes the film’s emotional world.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2026
Her confidence is assured and admirable—the precision of her cooking and the generosity that shapes her leadership.
—Julie Lin, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Apr. 2026
Language shapes reality for everyone.
—Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 9 Apr. 2026
Our research suggests that political power also shapes where businesses decide to plant their flag.
—Rui Du, The Conversation, 9 Apr. 2026
December 22 – January 19 Your presence shapes the room without effort.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026
Each profile film produced in partnership with Levi’s will explore featured artists’ creative process and the vision that shapes their work.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2026
But Fuller says what ultimately shapes his candidacy goes beyond policy.
—Brian Unger, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shapes
Noun
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All those metrics are quickly met in the Ultra Fit class, but vigorous activity comes in many forms, each pushing the body to its limit in a short span of time.—
Jeff Wagner,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Bloom has been a major beneficiary of the AI boom as data center developers look for alternative forms of energy to meet surging demand.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
13 Apr. 2026
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The trend also comes at a time when weight-loss medications are on the rise, more ultra-thin physiques appear to dominate red carpets and some social media users have built platforms off the outward pursuit of thinness.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Thanks in part to Ozempic, thin is back in, with once-plus-size celebrities sporting svelter physiques, and some already-slim stars now verging on gaunt.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
22 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Instead of selling a standardized workflow across sectors, the winning play may be offering sector-specific intelligence that adapts to how each industry actually works.—
Michael Jacobides,
Fortune,
17 Apr. 2026
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Indie horror darling David Bruckner has been tapped to direct the feature project that adapts the upcoming book by Marcus Kliewer and that was initially set up as short story in 2022.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Apr. 2026
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As a bonus, Anthropologie designs them from regenerative cotton, a more sustainable manufacturing process that reduces water, fertilizer, and carbon use.—
Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
11 Apr. 2026
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Tesla already designs its own chips, but Musk’s companies have never actually made them.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
7 Apr. 2026
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The drop in Hermes shares was even steeper, last seen down 12% as currency fluctuations weighed on the firm's sales figures.—
Joseph Wilkins,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
15 Apr. 2026
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Philippe Pegoraro, chief economist at FH — the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry — said official exports figures for March won’t be finalized until later this month.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The poignant Moon glides into your habitual 6th house, nudging you to refine workflows and tend to health habits with commitment.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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After adjusting for a variety of factors, including smoking habits and marital status, the trend showed that becoming obese later in life still carried risks, but the danger compounded the longer people stayed obese.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This flexible holder attaches easily to your seatback tray table and adjusts to multiple angles, allowing for hands-free viewing without craning your neck.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
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Most TVs have an ambient light sensor that automatically adjusts the panel brightness based on the room's lighting.—
Will Greenwald,
PC Magazine,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Kenya, for instance, plans to bring a small modular reactor online in 2034 after starting the first phase in 2009.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Asher Bende plans to major in music education and aspires to become a music educator.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Shapes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shapes. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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