abstract

Example Sentences

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Melvin Edwards, a sculptor best known for abstract steel works that illustrated the history and resistance of African Americans, died March 30 at his Baltimore home.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

My own experience watching these debates unfold has underscored how quickly abstract legal theories can translate into concrete consequences for voters.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

For shareholders of teams, sportsbooks, prediction markets and media companies that have committed billions of dollars to the games, integrity is not abstract.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

They give meaning and shape to abstract ideas and values.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

“We talked about it before—God knows how long ago—but somehow, it was abstract then. Now...Kevin, if you can’t even say it, how can you expect me to do it?”

From "Kindred" by Octavia Butler