Thesaurus results for SILHOUETTING

silhouetting

verb

present participle of silhouette

as in tracing

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 silhouetting The sculptural dress—part of Louis Vuitton's fall 2026 collection—featured a square neckline framed by a dramatic collar that flared out behind her head, beautifully silhouetting the actress's curly bob hairstyle. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026 As the full moon sank below the horizon, silhouetting palm trees at Jetty Park, the light of dawn ushered in the arrival of the world’s largest cruise ship to its new homeport on Florida’s Space Coast. — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2025

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The story spans 1955 to 1971, tracing the lead-up to R&AW’s formation and its first mission during the 1971 war against Pakistan.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Sep. 2026
Silver gems tracing the perimeter of each nail add a touch of shine, instantly elevating the otherwise basic look.

— Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of tracing

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To set the stage, the report’s authors said self-service technology is rapidly becoming a defining feature of the modern in-store retail experience.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026
Waka Flocka Flame, Roscoe Dash, and Wale each bring distinct energy, turning the record into a defining party anthem of its era.

— Brittney Williams, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of defining

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The Textile Exchange released two reports this week outlining sustainability gains and overall growth in the global fiber and textile industry.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026
Sneed released a statement to The Charlotte Observer’s news partner WSOC-TV shortly before the meeting began, outlining her accomplishments as chair.

— Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of outlining

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Though Sharpe’s character is an exquisite artist, often making flip books of his surfing experiences in Los Angeles with Kristen and sketching her portraits, the actor says that in reality, his art is a little less refined.

— Alex Ross, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2026
This includes trend research and sketching as well as material selection.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of sketching

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