arc

Example Sentences

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The dam, which is 30% complete, was meant to be an architectural centerpiece—bowing outward, in defiance of standard engineering in which dams arc inward.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Unlike many freestyle rap hits, Children's Story was planned and written with a deliberate story arc.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Powell’s own inflation fight has followed a different arc than Volcker’s.

From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026

The Knights responded with an 11-0 run, knocking down three from beyond the arc, making it a one possession game, 46-43.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

His blade swept over her head in a glowing bronze arc.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan