Thesaurus results for INSCULP

insculp

verb

in-ˈskəlp

Definition of insculp

archaic

as in to etch

to cut (as letters or designs) on a hard surface laid to rest under a stone insculpt with the figure of an angel

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The company specializes in etching and deposition, two essential manufacturing processes.

— Jeff Kilburg, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026
The system etches three redundant data matrix codes, similar to QR codes, into the graphite surface, with markings approximately half a millimeter deep, according to the company.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of etch

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In one cemetery, families of deceased cartel operatives erected graves the size of suburban homes.

— Kevin Sieff, The Atlantic, 13 Aug. 2026
Aprendi no que consiste o verdadeiro alimento há muitos anos, quando tive problemas estomacais tão graves que só conseguia reter os alimentos mais básicos.

— Blithe Holcomb Hogan, Christian Science Monitor, 8 July 2026

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During the two women’s confrontation, an Emmy for best supporting actress inscribed with Misty’s name is visible on a shelf.

— Alex Jhamb Burns, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2026
Since the invention of the Monte Carlo method in the development of the atomic bomb during World War II, algorithmic programming has quickly inscribed itself in most, if not all, human experiences.

— Artforum, Artforum, 28 Sep. 2026

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Since getting traded as a rookie and returning when the transaction was rescinded, the 17th overall pick in the 2024 draft has never carved out a steady role with the Lakers.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026
Driven by the popularity of quiet luxury in recent years and granny style taking off, this preppy garment has once again carved out a place in our wardrobes.

— Tatiana Ojea, Glamour, 17 Oct. 2026

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