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canvas

[kan-vuhs] / ˈkæn vəs /


NOUN
painting on coarse material
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“It’s on us to select the pieces that you need on this white canvas to make your life more meaningful,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

“Originally celebrated for its connection to former owner Richard Simmons and the private sanctuary he created, the property is now being reintroduced as a compelling canvas for transformation,” Rosten explained.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

In a surprisingly tight contest, Ukrainian Usyk produced a late surge and landed a sharp left uppercut that sent the Dutchman to the canvas.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

A canvas left out in the rain, given legs on the red carpet.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

The sails looked different from the canvas of Nighthand’s Neverfear.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell




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