as in monument
a shaped stone laid over or erected near a grave and usually bearing an inscription to identify and preserve the memory of the deceased
the historic cemetery's many tombstones marking the graves of children are telling reminders of the harshness of pioneer life
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Recent Examples of tombstone
But researchers hope the tombstone and skeleton will offer up more clues about who the man was.
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Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 July 2025
The ornate tombstone and bones of an adult male were remarkably well-preserved and date back to the 13th or 14th century.
—Daniel Wine, CNN Money, 23 July 2025
The grave's carvings were also skillfully crafted, suggesting a high-quality artisan produced the tombstone.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2025
The 96-year-old pointed to the tombstone of his grandfather, who was freed after being a slave.
—Claire Osborn, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 July 2025
The ornate tombstone and bones of an adult male were remarkably well-preserved and date back to the 13th or 14th century.
—Daniel Wine, CNN Money, 23 July 2025
The grave's carvings were also skillfully crafted, suggesting a high-quality artisan produced the tombstone.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2025
The 96-year-old pointed to the tombstone of his grandfather, who was freed after being a slave.
—Claire Osborn, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tombstone
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Sochi Mayor Andrey Proshunin posted photos of the damage to Telegram, saying a military monument was also struck by debris.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
9 Sep. 2025
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For two days, climbers and onlookers gathered around a 45-foot wall—an ephemeral monument suspended above water—where the edges between sport, spectacle, and cultural communion blurred.—
Skylar Mitchell,
Essence,
9 Sep. 2025
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While Wilson is set in stone as the starter for the time being, Dart might see some action against the Commanders Sunday.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Fathi's image captures a swarm of bright Perseid meteors streaking across the dense dust lanes and glowing heart of the Milky Way, framed by the ancient stones and truncated columns of ancient Soknopaiou Nesos.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Regular dental checkups are key to removing plaque and tartar build-up that can lead to cavities.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
4 Sep. 2025
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Win Mcnamee | Getty Images When Tim Cook gifted President Donald Trump a gold and glass plaque last month, the Apple CEO was hailed by Wall Street for his job managing the iPhone-maker's relationship with the White House.—
Kif Leswing,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Tombstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tombstone. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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