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Definition of sculpturenext
as in carving

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verb

as in to sculpt
to create a three-dimensional representation of (something) using solid material the artist used a hammer and chisel to sculpture the horse out of ice

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Recent Examples of sculpture
Noun
In person, the 849 looks sleek and eye-opening, like a postmodern kinetic sculpture. — Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 26 Aug. 2026 This 17th-century ceramic is the perfect entryway piece as a standalone sculpture on the console. — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2026
Verb
And how can sculpture accomplish the experience of simultaneous collective reception that was formerly its greatest social promise? — Benjamin H. D. Buchloh, Artforum, 1 June 2025 Bourdelle’s voluminous works in marble, bronze, and wood fill the lofty mezzanine, while his bronze sculptures Héraklès archer (Hercules the Archer) and Centaure mourant (Dying Centaur) highlight the garden. — Kasia Dietz, Travel + Leisure, 29 July 2024 See All Example Sentences for sculpture
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sculpture
  1. carving
  2. sculpt
  3. model
  4. carve
Noun
  • But in reality, the carving occurs in fits and spurts, when floods carry huge boulders that gouge out streambeds and jam cobbles into the bedrock.
    — Stephanie Pappas, Scientific American, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Three Fall Must-Dos Enjoy traditional German and Swiss food, craft beer, live music, chainsaw carving, and wagon rides at Oktoberfest, held downtown the last weekend of September.
    — Taryn Shorr-Mckee, Midwest Living, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of carving
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  • The extra-high waist acts like a waist cincher attached to a pair of shorts, pulling in the midsection and sculpting the hips into an hourglass silhouette.
    — Malia Griggs, Glamour, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Last but not least, Valicelli chose a more circular approach, letting the shape guide its design along the main salon’s and the bedroom’s ceiling and sculpted, curvy furniture.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of sculpt
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  • When model Tricia Helfer came in for a touch-up before an introductory visit to her boyfriend’s parents, Johns toned down her bright blonde chunks to play up her naturally innocent looks.
    — Vanessa Friedman, Vogue, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Meteorologists said the majority of model guidance does not indicate a credible hurricane threat to California during the second week of September.
    — Doyle Rice, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of model
Verb
  • 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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“Sculpture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sculpture. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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