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Recent Examples of carve
The younger brother has attempted to carve out his own career path in the last two years, opting against wearing Bellingham on the back of his shirt in favour of Jobe.
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Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 29 May 2025
The 33-year-old veteran is instrumental in how his team operate and the side’s conductor was responsible for carving out the opportunity for the opening goal.
—Thomas Schlachter, CNN Money, 28 May 2025
Haliburton carved them up with precision: 11-of-23 from the field, 5-of-12 from three, picking on Mikal Bridges in isolation and drawing Mitchell Robinson into uncomfortable spots in the pick-and-roll.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 28 May 2025
Redefining What Success Looks Like Instead of chasing traditional business blueprints rooted in overwork and hustle, many Black women are carving out a new model—one that centers sustainability, wellness, and self-preservation.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 28 May 2025
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Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 29 May 2025
The 33-year-old veteran is instrumental in how his team operate and the side’s conductor was responsible for carving out the opportunity for the opening goal.
—Thomas Schlachter, CNN Money, 28 May 2025
Haliburton carved them up with precision: 11-of-23 from the field, 5-of-12 from three, picking on Mikal Bridges in isolation and drawing Mitchell Robinson into uncomfortable spots in the pick-and-roll.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 28 May 2025
Redefining What Success Looks Like Instead of chasing traditional business blueprints rooted in overwork and hustle, many Black women are carving out a new model—one that centers sustainability, wellness, and self-preservation.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for carve
sculpt
Verb
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The Sculpture Contest Spam isn’t served at the party or even on the restaurant’s menu—it’s sculpted.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
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The rapper typically prefers a long nail, and her blue set was sculpted to perfection in a rounded stiletto shape.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
13 May 2025
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“Carve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carve. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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