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shape

[sheyp] / ʃeɪp /






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The study also shows that the mantle wind helps determine the shape and evolution of Yellowstone's vast magmatic system.

From Science Daily • Jun. 28, 2026

The officer took one look at the shape he was in and let him off with a warning, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 27, 2026

A 4-4-2 shape that helped the Scots score eight goals across two encouraging World Cup warm-up fixtures against 10-man Curacao and Bolivia was deployed in the nervy win over the Haitians.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

It was really starting to take shape in his brain.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

Getting up, I splash more cold water on my face, a plan taking shape in my mind.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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