statuesque
adjective
stat·u·esque
ˌsta-chə-ˈwesk 
: resembling a statue especially in dignity, shapeliness, or stillness
especially
: having a tall and shapely form
a statuesque actress
statuesquely
adverb
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Contrary to popular belief, even with her statuesque physique and Calvin Klein campaigns, Elba was never a professional model.
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Akili King, Essence, 6 Sep. 2024
TikTok influencer Nara Smith sat statuesque and proud as model husband Lucky Blue Smith looked dapper on the runway in a navy jacket, shirt and tie, cream pants and velvet loafers.
—Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 6 Sep. 2024
Delon’s somber, statuesque performance as a man of few words received critical praise, and the role remains one of the most memorable of his career.
—Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Aug. 2024
My teacher was a statuesque woman with perfectly coiffed hair and flawless makeup.
—Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 31 May 2024
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Akili King, Essence, 6 Sep. 2024
TikTok influencer Nara Smith sat statuesque and proud as model husband Lucky Blue Smith looked dapper on the runway in a navy jacket, shirt and tie, cream pants and velvet loafers.
—Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 6 Sep. 2024
Delon’s somber, statuesque performance as a man of few words received critical praise, and the role remains one of the most memorable of his career.
—Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Aug. 2024
My teacher was a statuesque woman with perfectly coiffed hair and flawless makeup.
—Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 31 May 2024
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statuesque
adjective
stat·u·esque
ˌstach-ə-ˈwesk
: resembling a statue especially in size, gracefulness, or beauty
especially
: tall and attractive
a statuesque actress
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