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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
Dallas Morning News, 29 Mar. 2026
Similar to how an eyelash curler shapes and lifts your lashes, Wlodarski says curling mascaras help your eyes look more open.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 28 Mar. 2026
The AeroFit 2 is designed for a custom, non-invasive fit, featuring innovative four-level adjustable ear hooks that comfortably accommodate over 99% of ear shapes.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 28 Mar. 2026
This is part of a collection of stories celebrating the many shapes retirement travel can take.
—Stacey Lastoe, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2026
The layouts range from 280 to 695 square feet and aim to fit a diversity of lot sizes and shapes, with both stand-alone and over-garage options.
—Mark Dee
march 27, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2026
The Labubu keychains everyone is obsessed with are furry and come in different colors, shapes and sizes.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Bubble hems, balloon trousers, and billowy shapes bring a touch of drama to everyday dressing.
—Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2026
Ribcage jeans can come in a variety of lengths and shapes – from straight to barrel through wide-leg; puddling, cuffed or cropped.
—Dino Bonačić, Glamour, 21 Mar. 2026
Taran Khan, The Dial, 24 Mar. 2026
Under kosher law, from the moment grape juice is released until the wine is bottled, only Shabbat-observant Jews may handle it — a requirement that shapes everything from staffing to workflow.
—Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
The ingredient drives the fragrance, delivers the benefit and shapes the entire sensorial experience.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 20 Mar. 2026
That philosophy shapes ForaPost, Foragentis’ flagship platform.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 20 Mar. 2026
Virtue is a strategy that wins elections, moves legislation, and shapes government priorities.
—CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
Her experience growing up in an immigrant household, with a Colombian mother and Peruvian father, shapes her mission to make self-care accessible.
—Nicole MacIas Garibay, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
Raised in the French countryside, her early background in dance, music, and the visual arts shapes her sensitivity to rhythm, movement, and light.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 17 Mar. 2026
For example, to understand how Andean cosmology shapes the night sky, how ranching traditions persist in remote Patagonian valleys, or why the culture of Chiloé feels distinct from the mainland.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
Noun
Dallas is full of extraordinary homes of all shapes, sizes and styles.
—Dallas Morning News, 29 Mar. 2026
Similar to how an eyelash curler shapes and lifts your lashes, Wlodarski says curling mascaras help your eyes look more open.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 28 Mar. 2026
The AeroFit 2 is designed for a custom, non-invasive fit, featuring innovative four-level adjustable ear hooks that comfortably accommodate over 99% of ear shapes.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 28 Mar. 2026
This is part of a collection of stories celebrating the many shapes retirement travel can take.
—Stacey Lastoe, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2026
The layouts range from 280 to 695 square feet and aim to fit a diversity of lot sizes and shapes, with both stand-alone and over-garage options.
—Mark Dee
march 27, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2026
The Labubu keychains everyone is obsessed with are furry and come in different colors, shapes and sizes.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Bubble hems, balloon trousers, and billowy shapes bring a touch of drama to everyday dressing.
—Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2026
Ribcage jeans can come in a variety of lengths and shapes – from straight to barrel through wide-leg; puddling, cuffed or cropped.
—Dino Bonačić, Glamour, 21 Mar. 2026
Verb
In the mythology of chance that shapes the strugglers’ universe, this means a good intro can change your life.
—Taran Khan, The Dial, 24 Mar. 2026
Under kosher law, from the moment grape juice is released until the wine is bottled, only Shabbat-observant Jews may handle it — a requirement that shapes everything from staffing to workflow.
—Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
The ingredient drives the fragrance, delivers the benefit and shapes the entire sensorial experience.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 20 Mar. 2026
That philosophy shapes ForaPost, Foragentis’ flagship platform.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 20 Mar. 2026
Virtue is a strategy that wins elections, moves legislation, and shapes government priorities.
—CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
Her experience growing up in an immigrant household, with a Colombian mother and Peruvian father, shapes her mission to make self-care accessible.
—Nicole MacIas Garibay, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
Raised in the French countryside, her early background in dance, music, and the visual arts shapes her sensitivity to rhythm, movement, and light.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 17 Mar. 2026
For example, to understand how Andean cosmology shapes the night sky, how ranching traditions persist in remote Patagonian valleys, or why the culture of Chiloé feels distinct from the mainland.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shapes
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Conversely, how could all forms of energy, not just mass, affect how all other objects in the Universe experienced the effects of gravity?—
Big Think,
Big Think,
24 Mar. 2026
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Being vocally left-leaning thus provides social status benefits and forms of self-congratulation that being conservative doesn't (if anything, in terms of the broader culture and the opinion-formulating institutions, conservatism tends to be rather lonely and something of a social liability).—
Bradley Gitz,
Arkansas Online,
23 Mar. 2026
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Instead, the brand states that its designs are intended to accommodate different body types and physiques.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
25 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
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Meanwhile, Kawamura’s twisty, Escher-esque thriller adapts a refreshingly original video game to find a man trapped in a Japanese metro station with no way out.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
27 Mar. 2026
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The system also adapts to emergencies in real time.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Propelled by a never‑ending curiosity with how humans move, Brooks designs gear to make every run, walk, and workout better than before.—
Lisa Jhung,
Outside,
16 Mar. 2026
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In each of her art pieces, Ella researches her subject matter, finds meaning and thoughtfully designs her compositions to connect her thoughts with her viewer.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This is a developing story, the figures have been changed to reflect the most recent developments.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Mar. 2026
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For example, the small clinic near Beaman’s home in rural Nebraska, with its comparatively small staff, saw appointment wait times for new mental health clients climb as high as 60 days in December and drop to 20 days in February, according to the VA figures.—
Vernal Coleman,
ProPublica,
24 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Across his multimedia practice, Aram’s project is one of disrupting the habits of classification that render aesthetic judgment perfunctory.—
Julian Stern,
Artforum,
24 Mar. 2026
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Ways to stay safe from DocuSign phishing scams Fortunately, a few habits can dramatically lower your risk.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
24 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Whether the streaming platform adjusts its approach for future broadcasts like the Home Run Derby and Field of Dreams game remains to be seen.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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The adaptive noise cancellation automatically adjusts to your environment to silence distractions, and the four digital beamforming microphones keep your voice crystal clear during calls, even in windy outdoor conditions.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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But Barzee’s argument during the hearing offered the first clear detailing of how her team plans to combat the separate criminal charges over the $5 million overpayment.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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Bonta plans to refile the case in state court.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Shapes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shapes. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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