1
as in adjusting
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 planning
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 shaping
The routines, habits, and responsibilities shaping your everyday world are transforming from the inside out.
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Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
And yet, ever since the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, brick has been a key driver in shaping the city’s look.
—Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2026
The accolade recognizes emerging talent shaping the industry’s future.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 6 May 2026
But long before television found him, Corso was shaping young men in locker rooms and meeting rooms and practice fields.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 May 2026
While many of the forces shaping mortgage rates are out of borrowers’ control, there are still quite a few exceptions.
—Becca Stanek, TheWeek, 4 May 2026
Every Tuesday, this new newsletter will deliver clear-eyed, authoritative intelligence on the deals, decisions, policies, and power shifts shaping one of the world’s most consequential regions, written for the people who need to act on it.
—Jim Edwards, Fortune, 29 Apr. 2026
This article examines how technologies such as artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, computer vision and connected monitoring systems are shaping the future of fire watch services.
—Mediawave, Sun Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
The migrant workers played a profound role in shaping the economy, culture and identity of the Central Valley.
—Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
And yet, ever since the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, brick has been a key driver in shaping the city’s look.
—Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2026
The accolade recognizes emerging talent shaping the industry’s future.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 6 May 2026
But long before television found him, Corso was shaping young men in locker rooms and meeting rooms and practice fields.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 May 2026
While many of the forces shaping mortgage rates are out of borrowers’ control, there are still quite a few exceptions.
—Becca Stanek, TheWeek, 4 May 2026
Every Tuesday, this new newsletter will deliver clear-eyed, authoritative intelligence on the deals, decisions, policies, and power shifts shaping one of the world’s most consequential regions, written for the people who need to act on it.
—Jim Edwards, Fortune, 29 Apr. 2026
This article examines how technologies such as artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, computer vision and connected monitoring systems are shaping the future of fire watch services.
—Mediawave, Sun Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
The migrant workers played a profound role in shaping the economy, culture and identity of the Central Valley.
—Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shaping
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Start the conversation, make your point clearly, and let the response shape what happens next instead of adjusting midstream.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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In the clinical trials, most of these problems have been managed by adjusting the dose or adding supportive medications.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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An hour before Hitchcock's execution, Texas is planning to put James Broadnax to death for the 2008 double murder of two Christian music producers in the Dallas suburb of Garland.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Countries across the Gulf have arrested scores of people during the war, on charges ranging from posting images of wartime damage, to planning terrorist attacks with Iran.—
Dominic Dudley,
semafor.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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While new media have become part of journalists’ everyday workflow, the constant evolution of digital platforms poses ongoing challenges in adapting to new tools and managing the pressures of constant connectivity.—
Kirstin Pellizzaro,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
27 Apr. 2026
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The spotlight is going to be on offensive coordinator Sean Mannion and his new scheme, along with quarterback Jalen Hurts adapting to the new scheme and making improvements in 2025, but the Eagles have added explosive rookies who can create separation and make plays in the open field.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Those pitching-only days weren’t a regular occurrence when Ohtani was with the Angels, but now Ohtani is also preparing for what’s expected to be a deep postseason run.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
5 May 2026
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Alegría credited the pair’s experienced producing partners with helping guide them through the most unfamiliar process of preparing for the final cut and getting ready for the marketing, press, distribution conversations with Amazon as well as FilmNation.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
4 May 2026
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Furthermore, new media have led to an abundance of information sources and communications, which, in turn, has led to niche marketing and polarization of content, in some cases with news organizations tailoring their content to liberal or conservative audiences.—
Kirstin Pellizzaro,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
27 Apr. 2026
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According to a Dallas College spokesperson, the Ford ASSET program is one example of the strong partnerships the school has built with local employers, tailoring curriculum to match workforce needs.—
Robbie Owens,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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But county documents also detail conditions the project should meet to address impacts, including designing buildings to dampen sound and adding landscape buffers.—
Abigail Hasebroock,
Sun Sentinel,
2 May 2026
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The city is currently designing its next 20‑year stormwater management plan and has posted a survey on its website for residents to share concerns and priorities.—
Bo Evans,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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Former First Lady Laura Bush is credited with putting these delicious cookies—packed with oats, coconut, pecans, and chocolate chips—on the map.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
6 May 2026
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But putting people in an immersive environment to experience the tsunami without the deadly consequences of being there in person turned out to be the best way to help people grasp the scale.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
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Parents are also organizing a bake sale at the event, and a direct donation campaign is underway.—
Amy Stark Shireman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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During Barack Obama’s presidency, conservative funders invested in grassroots organizing to beat the left’s turnout and persuasion machines.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Shaping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shaping. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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