shaped
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Immigrants to the United States, Jewish and non-Jewish alike, were shaped by these ideas and experiences.
From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026
Resilience is shaped not only by how food moves across borders, but also by how data and decisions are managed within the system.
From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026
From Koli fisherfolk to colonial planners, and from Bollywood stars to textile barons, many have shaped the western Indian city's landscape and identity.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
Those who knew him described him as overwhelmingly positive, which shaped both his work and his relationships.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Frank couldn’t tell for sure, but it looked like the nose ring might be shaped like a skull.
From "Mystery Map (The Hardy Boys: Secret Files, #3)" by Franklin W. Dixon
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