as in outlines
a line that traces the outer limits of an object or surface
cartoonists often try to give their characters recognizable silhouettes
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as in traces
to draw or make apparent the outline of
in the photograph the majestic mountain is strikingly silhouetted against the setting sun
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Recent Examples of silhouettes
Maya Singer, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
Within minutes of leaving town, the pavement twists downward through tight turns and steep grades as the mountain air begins to warm, the vegetation giving way to chaparral and scattered juniper, then to the stark silhouettes of ocotillo and Mojave yucca.
—Josh Jackson, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2026
These polished styles, airy silhouettes, and breathable fabrics are ideal for particularly hot days, and Quince has so many pieces to add to your closet starting at just $36.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 7 Apr. 2026
Rimaks sees silhouettes are becoming more defined—straight, wide or sculpted—for Fall/Winter 2027-2028.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 7 Apr. 2026
But what really sets Dolce Vita shoes apart, besides their modern, trendy silhouettes, is the accessible price points.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 5 Apr. 2026
For everyday style, relaxed silhouettes are key.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
In an adorable clip the Duchess of Sussex posted on Instagram last month, her daughter wore a miniature version of one of Markle's go-to silhouettes.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 2 Apr. 2026
This season, prioritize relaxed silhouettes, breathable fabrics, and combinations that prioritize comfort without losing style.
—René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 31 Mar. 2026
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But Comey has thrived, refining her own particular jolie laide aesthetic, with its offbeat palettes and silhouettes and emphasis on texture.
—Maya Singer, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
Within minutes of leaving town, the pavement twists downward through tight turns and steep grades as the mountain air begins to warm, the vegetation giving way to chaparral and scattered juniper, then to the stark silhouettes of ocotillo and Mojave yucca.
—Josh Jackson, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2026
These polished styles, airy silhouettes, and breathable fabrics are ideal for particularly hot days, and Quince has so many pieces to add to your closet starting at just $36.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 7 Apr. 2026
Rimaks sees silhouettes are becoming more defined—straight, wide or sculpted—for Fall/Winter 2027-2028.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 7 Apr. 2026
But what really sets Dolce Vita shoes apart, besides their modern, trendy silhouettes, is the accessible price points.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 5 Apr. 2026
For everyday style, relaxed silhouettes are key.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
In an adorable clip the Duchess of Sussex posted on Instagram last month, her daughter wore a miniature version of one of Markle's go-to silhouettes.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 2 Apr. 2026
This season, prioritize relaxed silhouettes, breathable fabrics, and combinations that prioritize comfort without losing style.
—René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for silhouettes
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After missing multiple deadlines set by federal officials in recent months to, at least, create outlines of an agreement, the two sides are hiring more lawyers in case the dispute goes to court.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2026
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The system, called HEAPGrasp, reconstructs object shapes using only visual outlines captured through an RGB camera, enabling robots to reliably identify and grasp objects regardless of their optical properties.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Mar. 2026
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Scheffler’s most personal philanthropic work traces back to a childhood friendship with James Ragan, a fellow junior golfer in Texas who was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in 2006.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
10 Apr. 2026
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This traces the origins of her house, from its first, paradigm-shifting garments to its present-day incarnation under current creative director, Daniel Roseberry.—
Jane Levere,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Apr. 2026
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But many senior figures within the sport point to claims of positive fan feedback, although so far no official numbers have been released to support these claims from the F1 organization.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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Executives at United and American Airlines reported similar figures.—
Rio Yamat,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
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Word of the potential deals arrives on the heels of a new report that sketches out a significant improvement for the office market in the South Bay.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Fey revealed the lounge has fallen apart after literally being run into the ground by too many Five-Timers Club sketches.—
Omar L. Gallaga,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Apr. 2026
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“Silhouettes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silhouettes. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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