shape
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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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"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, Act III
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