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shaped

Pronunciation: [ʃeɪpt]

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Learn how to use shaped in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “similarity”

(adjective) describes something that has a specific form or appearance. When we say something is shaped a certain way, we mean it has a distinct outline or design.

Example

The cookie was shaped like a star, making it fun to eat.

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The box was not shaped correctly; it was a funny lopsided mess.

Example

What shape is the ice sculpture?

Context: “creation”

(verb) to give something a particular form or to influence how it develops. This is when you make or change something into a certain design or guide it to grow in a certain way.

Example

She shaped the clay into a beautiful vase.

Example

He did not shape the project well, and it didn't turn out as expected.

Example

How did the artists shape their ideas into final artworks?

How to pronounce shaped

Pronunciation: [ʃeɪpt]

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