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Recent Examples of stylized
During IndieWire’s recent Craft Roundtables, Evelyn broke down her process for creating the hyper-stylized, symbolism-laden world of the show.
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Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 8 June 2026
Even the Portuguese flag features an old nautical instrument at its centre, which led to the stage being designed as a stylized sextant.
—Christine Mortag, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 May 2026
The fabric has a slightly marbled appearance, which gives the jeans a more stylized look.
—Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
In the April 12 premiere, we were thrown right back into the thick of the hyper-stylized, Wild West version of Southern California inhabited by Rue (Zendaya) and her peers.
—Megan McCluskey, Time, 14 Apr. 2026
German Expressionism and Surrealism, deemed degenerate by Nazis and Soviets alike, show up in stylized figuration, spatial distortion, and a dreamlike atmosphere.
—Judith Shulevitz, The Atlantic, 9 Apr. 2026
This year’s contenders continue that trajectory, each revisiting history through a personal, stylized lens.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 10 Dec. 2025
Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 8 June 2026
Even the Portuguese flag features an old nautical instrument at its centre, which led to the stage being designed as a stylized sextant.
—Christine Mortag, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 May 2026
The fabric has a slightly marbled appearance, which gives the jeans a more stylized look.
—Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
In the April 12 premiere, we were thrown right back into the thick of the hyper-stylized, Wild West version of Southern California inhabited by Rue (Zendaya) and her peers.
—Megan McCluskey, Time, 14 Apr. 2026
German Expressionism and Surrealism, deemed degenerate by Nazis and Soviets alike, show up in stylized figuration, spatial distortion, and a dreamlike atmosphere.
—Judith Shulevitz, The Atlantic, 9 Apr. 2026
This year’s contenders continue that trajectory, each revisiting history through a personal, stylized lens.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 10 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stylized
Adjective
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While the cameras were rolling, Spielberg would stand just out of frame with two wooden bats, banging them together to startle her.—
Seija Rankin,
HollywoodReporter,
19 June 2026
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The midwife would place a long wooden tube on my belly every now and again and listen.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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But Lohar isn’t interested in conventional battle.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
22 June 2026
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Developed in partnership with the University of Bremen, the wheels were originally heavier and narrower than comparable conventional pneumatic wheels.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
22 June 2026
Adjective
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The impersonal nature of safe burial practices and the severity of the epidemic were evident Friday as only healthcare workers in protective gear were allowed to handle the coffin and the burial.—
Justin Kabumba,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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The impersonal nature of safe burial practices and the severity of the epidemic were evident on Friday as only healthcare workers in protective gear were allowed to handle the coffin and the burial.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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The men, both in formal suits, appear jovial despite their opposing political views, with smiles spreading on their faces.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
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Management cited its recent formal launch of FedEx Life Science, which provides specialized transportation services for the health-care industry, where packages can be both time- and temperature-sensitive, as well as accelerating growth in artificial intelligence.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
Adjective
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As the disease progresses, muscles throughout the body can become rigid and go into painful spasms.—
Faye Chiu,
CNN Money,
23 June 2026
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That’s the deficiency side of integrity—where authenticity gives way to fakery, consistency erodes into unpredictability, and transparency slips into manipulation…But swing too far in the other direction, and the skyscraper becomes overly rigid—too stiff to sway with the wind.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Adjective
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Serve this sweet-and-spicy salad with your favorite cute cocktail picks for a fresh-and-fun summer appetizer.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
20 June 2026
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Baby raccoons, for example, are very cute, but their mother may have made a den in the attic, crawl space, or shed, which can be bad for them and for the homeowner.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
20 June 2026
Adjective
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Go ahead and snag this adult PJ set that feels like silk, won’t burden you with more length than necessary, and benefits from a cutesy whale pattern all children at heart will appreciate.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
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The elegant staging tries to compensate, but the performers have to rely a little too heavily on their own charms to make up the difference in a play that swerves unexpectedly at the end into a cutesy fairy tale.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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But outside experts and Ukrainian soldiers who spoke to CNN say Russia’s claims of advancement are exaggerated and come as the Kremlin is likely trying to project a narrative of success to counter the impact of recent Ukrainian strikes inside Russia.—
Daria Tarasova-Markina,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
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According to Nahmias, the low-top shoe’s design is meant to capture the mountainous ranges that meet the water throughout California and features an upper inspired by a popular skate shoe paired with an exaggerated sole made of lightweight materials.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
24 June 2026
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“Stylized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stylized. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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