mould

Example Sentences

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None of that trio would be regarded as a creator in the mould of playmaker De Bruyne, who finished top on four occasions.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

He was a fledgling star in County's academy, whose attributes on the game would see him grow into a skilful number 10 in the mould of Lionel Messi, often ending up at Europe's biggest clubs.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

"So that wall of noise, for me, signified breaking out of a traditional mould, both as a human, but also musically."

From BBC • May 2, 2026

The former rugby league player had also never played football, but the Eagles felt they could mould him into an NFL player.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

Of loftier mould these two were made: reverend and wise.

From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien