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as in forms
the outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance
that part of the state is known as the panhandle because of its shape
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as in physiques
the type of body that a person has
some specialty clothing stores sell clothing that suits people that have a particular shape
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as in adapts
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
a dress shaped to the customer's particular figure
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as in designs
to work out the details of (something) in advance
over the winter the committee shaped the company's new marketing strategy
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Recent Examples of shapes
Zoe Gates, Outside, 28 Oct. 2025
The Cape Kiwanda State Natural Area is a sandstone headland carved by ocean waves, making for unique coloring, shapes, and textures.
—Molly Allen, Travel + Leisure, 28 Oct. 2025
The Rhinocerotidae family featured various shapes and sizes, from large to smaller, hornless ones.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2025
Modern cloches come in different shapes, and some can even be filled with water for extra insulation.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025
Some were of various shapes and from different cultures including Phoenician, Roman and others.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025
There’s just something about chocolate candy in different shapes that tastes better.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025
These states’ extensive coastlines may explain part of the clustering, but the types of objects described—ranging from glowing orbs to submerged shapes that move at high speed—suggest something far more unusual.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
Binary star systems come in a range of shapes, sizes and arrangements.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 27 Oct. 2025
Prof. Dr. Med. Mazda Farshad, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
That attention shapes the audience too.
—Alessia Glaviano, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2025
At the door, a man in a shiny blue suit and eyeglasses forged from some fragile-looking but probably indestructible mineral whose extraction shapes contemporary geoeconomics said hello, peered over my shoulder.
—Sam Lipsyte, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2025
The film sensitively shows the connection between people and the landscape, culture, and environment that shapes their identity.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025
In any democracy, power lies not only in who writes the laws or signs the budgets but in who shapes the story.
—Stephanie A, The Conversation, 15 Oct. 2025
The data informs an Ecological Integrity Monitoring Program that shapes management decisions and conservation practices in the face of climate change and industrial development in areas bordering the park.
—Chloe Berge, AFAR Media, 15 Oct. 2025
Each musician brings a lifetime of experience, from single parenthood to military service, that shapes their artistry.
—Bryan West, Nashville Tennessean, 15 Oct. 2025
There are places where resentment shapes our image.
—Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2025
Noun
These stake-pushing devices fit on top of a tent stake (there are loads of designs to fit different shapes and sizes) to protect your hand or shoe while driving the stake, or provide a flat surface upon which to hammer.
—Zoe Gates, Outside, 28 Oct. 2025
The Cape Kiwanda State Natural Area is a sandstone headland carved by ocean waves, making for unique coloring, shapes, and textures.
—Molly Allen, Travel + Leisure, 28 Oct. 2025
The Rhinocerotidae family featured various shapes and sizes, from large to smaller, hornless ones.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2025
Modern cloches come in different shapes, and some can even be filled with water for extra insulation.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025
Some were of various shapes and from different cultures including Phoenician, Roman and others.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025
There’s just something about chocolate candy in different shapes that tastes better.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025
These states’ extensive coastlines may explain part of the clustering, but the types of objects described—ranging from glowing orbs to submerged shapes that move at high speed—suggest something far more unusual.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
Binary star systems come in a range of shapes, sizes and arrangements.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 27 Oct. 2025
Verb
This shapes everything from knocking respectfully before entering a room to making complex medical choices with empathy.
—Prof. Dr. Med. Mazda Farshad, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
That attention shapes the audience too.
—Alessia Glaviano, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2025
At the door, a man in a shiny blue suit and eyeglasses forged from some fragile-looking but probably indestructible mineral whose extraction shapes contemporary geoeconomics said hello, peered over my shoulder.
—Sam Lipsyte, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2025
The film sensitively shows the connection between people and the landscape, culture, and environment that shapes their identity.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025
In any democracy, power lies not only in who writes the laws or signs the budgets but in who shapes the story.
—Stephanie A, The Conversation, 15 Oct. 2025
The data informs an Ecological Integrity Monitoring Program that shapes management decisions and conservation practices in the face of climate change and industrial development in areas bordering the park.
—Chloe Berge, AFAR Media, 15 Oct. 2025
Each musician brings a lifetime of experience, from single parenthood to military service, that shapes their artistry.
—Bryan West, Nashville Tennessean, 15 Oct. 2025
There are places where resentment shapes our image.
—Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shapes
Noun
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The administration has withheld routine forms of assistance from Taiwan—including by downgrading a defense dialogue with the island, denying Taiwanese President William Lai the ability to briefly visit the United States while traveling elsewhere, and blocking a major arms sales package.—
Mira Rapp-Hooper,
Foreign Affairs,
29 Oct. 2025
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In this way, one of the first forms of life to have possessed a skeleton of any kind returns to the land.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Jost simply ratcheted up the volume and the attacks on soldiers’ physiques.—
Erik Adams,
The Atlantic,
5 Oct. 2025
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In one picture, the married couple's younger son, Joaquin, looked like a spitting image of his dad, both showing off their toned physiques in a shirtless snap by the water.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Building resilience is also crucial, and this includes retaining financial reserves to manage the cash flow burden of diversification, maintaining safety stock for essential commodities, and dynamic pricing that adapts to tariffs.—
Vitalii Savryha,
Sourcing Journal,
21 Oct. 2025
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Their blend of certified organic cotton, lyocell, polyester, and elastane lends a soft and stretchy feel that adapts to your body.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Instead of flipping the bonus tools out of the knife handle, tying them on an accompanying lanyard, or integrating them into the sheath, KEA designs a hexagonal wheel multitool out of the lanyard attachment point at the base of the handle.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
27 Oct. 2025
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According to Jimmy Manley, vice president of cultural collaborations and partnerships at Adidas, the Jellyfish spurred a shift in the way the brand designs product.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Viewership for the postseason thus far has reached levels unseen since 2017, according to figures released by MLB on Wednesday.—
The Athletic MLB Staff,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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The site has housed many historical figures over the years, from Queen Margaret to Mary, Queen of Scots.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Take this quick quiz to see where your digital habits stand.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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Part of the discrepancy may stem from a recent surge in resources supporting active duty troops’ eating and exercise habits.—
Davis Winkie,
USA Today,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Dieting can affect your metabolism as your body adjusts to getting fewer calories.—
Emily Brown,
Verywell Health,
23 Oct. 2025
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The therapeutic support core adjusts to your body’s curves, virtually eliminating pressure points.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Commercial Launch Archer has partnered with Abu Dhabi Aviation, which plans to launch a commercial eVTOL service in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)’s second city in the near future.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Ford had said the province plans to pay $54 million (about $75 million Canadian) for the ads to air across multiple American television stations using audio and video of Reagan speaking about tariffs in 1987.—
Rob Gillies,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Shapes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shapes. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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