abstract

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Almost any explanation can be labeled race neutral in the abstract.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

They communicate easily, and more literally than an abstract symbol like Nike’s Swoosh or Adidas’ Three Stripes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

I wanted a picture that was sharp on his well-known headcover of a tiger but for him to be abstract to it, as opposed to standing next to it.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Instead of relying only on patterns from data, it uses rules and abstract concepts such as shape and balance.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

“An abstract of our argument for the debate tonight.”

From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen