abstract

Example Sentences

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Melvin Edwards, a sculptor best known for abstract steel works that illustrated the history and resistance of African Americans, died March 30 at his Baltimore home.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

My own experience watching these debates unfold has underscored how quickly abstract legal theories can translate into concrete consequences for voters.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

For shareholders of teams, sportsbooks, prediction markets and media companies that have committed billions of dollars to the games, integrity is not abstract.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

They give meaning and shape to abstract ideas and values.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

I used to like the foods that come in abstract shapes: chicken nuggets, Fruit Roll-Ups, hot dogs.

From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini