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as in to imprint
to produce a vivid impression of
in just a few pages the writer etched an unforgettable portrait of one of the more remarkable First Ladies
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Ray Mark Rinaldi, The Denver Post, 3 Feb. 2025
In a letter to senators, Caroline Kennedy, who has served as a U.S. ambassador to Australia and Japan and is the daughter of former President Kennedy, etched a damning sketch of her cousin, the latest condemnation Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has received from members of his prominent Democratic family.
—Amanda Seitz and Lisa Mascaro, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2025
Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2023
But scene by scene, Jacobs and his leads etch a tangle of compelling, persuasive dynamics and backstories.
—Jon Frosch, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Sep. 2023
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Verb
Contemporary researchers rely on these objects — sometimes etched in stone, sometimes written in ink on paper or bark — to learn about ancient civilizations.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, The Denver Post, 3 Feb. 2025
In a letter to senators, Caroline Kennedy, who has served as a U.S. ambassador to Australia and Japan and is the daughter of former President Kennedy, etched a damning sketch of her cousin, the latest condemnation Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has received from members of his prominent Democratic family.
—Amanda Seitz and Lisa Mascaro, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2025
Noun
For a more subtle contrast, etch to remove the skin and some of the flesh without carving all the way through.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2023
But scene by scene, Jacobs and his leads etch a tangle of compelling, persuasive dynamics and backstories.
—Jon Frosch, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Sep. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for etch
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In the study, published in the journal Archaeological and Anthropological Sciences, a team of researchers has demonstrated that stone artifacts found in certain caves in the Levant were deliberately engraved with geometric patterns.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
7 Feb. 2025
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Finally, the third and final build of Bilgin’s 263-foot superyacht series, Al Reem, completed the triumvirate, clearly engraving the boutique yacht builder’s status as a leader within the industry.—
Kathleen Turner,
Forbes,
9 Jan. 2025
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But the library has some ghost stories of its own: In its crypt, learn about the haunting history of the prison, complete with graffiti and etchings from former inmates.—
Vjosa Isai,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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The artist took inspiration from classical mythology and other print artists for the series, which includes 100 etchings made between 1930 and 1937.—
Julia Binswanger,
Smithsonian Magazine,
1 Nov. 2024
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Thurgood Marshall In a speech marking the bicentennial of the US Constitution, Marshall argued that its framers intentionally inscribed slavery into the American economy.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
20 Feb. 2025
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Among the finds was a grave containing a German World War I soldier’s remains, identified by a wedding ring inscribed with his wedding date.—
Stories by Real-Time news team, with AI summarization,
Miami Herald,
14 Feb. 2025
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Custom engraving, a black finish, and additional graphite tips are available as add-ons.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
17 Feb. 2025
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Lincoln Memorial bronze sculpture by Alva Studios, with an engraving from 1915 ($200,000-$300,000 estimate).—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
12 Feb. 2025
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That soundtrack is one that can be equally enjoyed while carving canyon roads or, in our case, having the 750S prove its street cred in traffic on Florida’s I-95 when returning to the Boca Raton resort.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2025
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In a sport where coaching staffs have been overwhelmingly male and white, Lockwood’s success carves a path forward for Black women aspiring to break barriers in professional football.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
10 Feb. 2025
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Lululemon on Tuesday will introduce a women’s performance franchise, Lululemon Glow Up, which features sculpting products.—
Lisa Lockwood,
WWD,
11 Feb. 2025
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Chief among them is a high-speed jet blasting at a 90-degree angle from the center of the disk, which is surrounded by a wider outflow sculpted into a cone, according to the statement.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
6 Feb. 2025
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This documentary traces their journey, centering on the two core members and the significance of embracing one’s uniqueness without shame.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
10 Feb. 2025
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Swastikas are a notorious symbol of hate, antisemitism and White supremacy tracing to the murderous legacy of Germany’s Nazi Party and the Holocaust.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN,
8 Feb. 2025
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“Etch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/etch. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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