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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
Sean Joseph Outkick, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Next steps include testing with a wider variety of shapes and weights, and integrating neuromorphic computing to push the system even closer to the real neural circuitry of an octopus.
—Omar Kardoudi
june 13, New Atlas, 13 June 2026
For more complex spatial shapes, finding an answer is not so easy.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 13 June 2026
For people who feel overwhelmed, restorative shapes can be especially grounding.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2026
While barrel legs, horseshoe jeans, and other novelty shapes continue to come and go, wide-leg denim remains one of the easiest styles to wear.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 12 June 2026
Although the theme of the collection is rooted in antiquity, many of the jewels also took inspiration from modern art such as the ’80s Memphis Movement or, in the case of the hieroglyphic clips, Frank Stella’s geometric shapes and bold colors of the ’70s.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 12 June 2026
Firmoo guides walk through these face shapes and suggest frame types that may complement each one.
—Footwear News, 12 June 2026
Quiet reflection shapes choices as moody Moon is in your 12th House of Solitude, sextiling chatty Mercury in your 2nd House of Resources.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 12 June 2026
Zoya Hasan, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Understanding how fragrance shapes that first impression is the difference between a house that looks nice and a home that people remember.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
The spring-fed San Marcos River shapes nearly everything about the city, from tubing and paddleboarding to the deep sense of nostalgia many Texans carry for Aquarena Springs, the former springside attraction famous for its glass-bottom boat rides and mermaid shows.
—Jill Robbins, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
DreamKey Partners president Julia Porter told WCNC that housing stability shapes everything else in a family’s life.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
And their influence can carry on in an afterlife that shapes the trajectories of ecosystems, either supporting recovery to the ecosystem’s original structure or transforming it into a new one.
—John Kominoski, The Conversation, 10 June 2026
Setting also shapes the experience.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
His ethos of service permeates our campus community and shapes our students.
—Brooke Barnett, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 June 2026
Today, the web of passions and ambitions that shapes the dazzling life of Julien Sorel returns at the heart of a major production.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 8 June 2026
Noun
Don’t go over the top and try shapes or anything like that.
—Sean Joseph Outkick, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Next steps include testing with a wider variety of shapes and weights, and integrating neuromorphic computing to push the system even closer to the real neural circuitry of an octopus.
—Omar Kardoudi
june 13, New Atlas, 13 June 2026
For more complex spatial shapes, finding an answer is not so easy.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 13 June 2026
For people who feel overwhelmed, restorative shapes can be especially grounding.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2026
While barrel legs, horseshoe jeans, and other novelty shapes continue to come and go, wide-leg denim remains one of the easiest styles to wear.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 12 June 2026
Although the theme of the collection is rooted in antiquity, many of the jewels also took inspiration from modern art such as the ’80s Memphis Movement or, in the case of the hieroglyphic clips, Frank Stella’s geometric shapes and bold colors of the ’70s.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 12 June 2026
Firmoo guides walk through these face shapes and suggest frame types that may complement each one.
—Footwear News, 12 June 2026
Quiet reflection shapes choices as moody Moon is in your 12th House of Solitude, sextiling chatty Mercury in your 2nd House of Resources.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 12 June 2026
Verb
From billionaire founders and CEOs to investors, athletes and philanthropists, these are the industry disruptors whose influence shapes markets, industries and culture worldwide.
—Zoya Hasan, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Understanding how fragrance shapes that first impression is the difference between a house that looks nice and a home that people remember.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
The spring-fed San Marcos River shapes nearly everything about the city, from tubing and paddleboarding to the deep sense of nostalgia many Texans carry for Aquarena Springs, the former springside attraction famous for its glass-bottom boat rides and mermaid shows.
—Jill Robbins, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
DreamKey Partners president Julia Porter told WCNC that housing stability shapes everything else in a family’s life.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
And their influence can carry on in an afterlife that shapes the trajectories of ecosystems, either supporting recovery to the ecosystem’s original structure or transforming it into a new one.
—John Kominoski, The Conversation, 10 June 2026
Setting also shapes the experience.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
His ethos of service permeates our campus community and shapes our students.
—Brooke Barnett, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 June 2026
Today, the web of passions and ambitions that shapes the dazzling life of Julien Sorel returns at the heart of a major production.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 8 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shapes
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Siebel Newsom is also behind the California Partners Project, which champions gender equity, but doesn’t receive a salary for that work, according to federal forms.—
Taryn Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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Floods threaten Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi Even if a tropical storm briefly forms in the Gulf, forecasters say the primary threat through midweek will be heavy rainfall, not wind.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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Then these same superhero physiques appeared in rom-coms and dramas as regular-degular guys, muscles included.—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vanity Fair,
13 May 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
Verb
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Writer Jordan Tannahill adapts his own novel for the series, and Janicza Bravo (whose credits include Zola, Poker Face, and The Bear) directs.—
Savannah Salazar,
Vulture,
12 June 2026
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The body adapts to the daily dose, blunting caffeine’s impact on blood pressure, mental alertness and exercise performance.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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Oversized kitchen islands can disrupt flow and functionality, making right-sized designs a better choice.—
Kristin Hohenadel,
The Spruce,
15 June 2026
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Laverne Cox spun one of Thierry Mugler’s rare archival designs back onto the carpet Saturday, attending the Lifelong Pride Gala at The Sanctuary in Seattle in the fall 2001 Spider dress.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
14 June 2026
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Inspired by figures like Jack Greenberg, the longtime head of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, Dan chose public service, centering his path on helping the underserved while challenging entrenched systems of inequality.—
Joel Rubin,
New York Daily News,
9 June 2026
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An alliance of prominent French business, publishing and film figures has joined forces to revive one of the most storied venues in Paris cinephilia, with luxury house Chanel serving as lead partner behind the reopening of the historic Saint-Germain-des-Prés cinema.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
9 June 2026
Noun
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Online resale app Vinted is seeing a structural shift in consumer behaviour, as habits form around the resale economy, the company’s marketplace boss told CNBC on Monday.—
Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
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Berries are packed with antioxidants, fiber and vitamin C, so his healthy eating habits should put me, the proud grandmother, in a happy place, right?—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
Verb
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Caffeine-free pre-workouts are another option for keeping training intensity up while the body adjusts.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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California adjusts lottery prizes based on the number of tickets sold and number of winners.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Tyrnauer also plans to use Tribeca Festival’s history to spark a larger conversation about cities, art, and the need for connection, examining how De Niro and Rosenthal harnessed cinema as a form of civic architecture and activism.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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Roberts plans to start Robinson behind the plate Friday, catching right-hander Roki Sasaki and giving Dalton Rushing a break after serving as the backstop for five straight games.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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“Shapes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shapes. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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