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sculpt

verb

ˈskəlpt

Definition of sculpt

as in to carve

to create a three-dimensional representation of (something) using solid material the colossal statue was sculpted from a single block of marble

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Recent Examples of sculpt Flawless Glam is a heavily contoured and sculpted aesthetic; Flawless Matte is a no-shine look, and Flawless Fresh is modern skin-first makeup. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026 Where Taylor’s band is intricately sculpted to nest against her diamond, Travis’s piece leans into a clean, substantial silhouette. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 19 Aug. 2026 It’s located in Istria, an area sculpted by rolling hills, vineyards, and olive groves rather than coastline (Poreč and Rovinj, on the water, are each about a 30-minute drive). — Katharine Sohn, Architectural Digest, 17 Aug. 2026 They are being sculpted by intense radiation from nearby young stars, while new stars are forming inside the dense clouds. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sculpt

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He’s even carved out an important role on special teams, too, working with the punt return, kick return and kick coverage units.

— Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026
If the Legislature rolls over on this, why wouldn’t every other coastal developer line up and ask for an exemption, and will carve-outs go to the biggest campaign donors?

— Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026

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