carve out
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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There were ten total, little cubbies carved out of the very rock of the mountain to make bunk beds of sorts.
From Literature
The firm splits investment duties across multiple managers in each fund, carving out a slice for each manager to invest in their highest-conviction ideas.
From Barron's
On the weekly chart, Blue Owl Capital completed a bearish head and shoulders pattern carved out over nearly two years.
From Barron's
Cancelo hit the post with a cross aimed at Lewandowski, before the Portuguese defender carved out the second for De Jong with a similar ball in from the left.
From Barron's
Goods already carved out—such as certain pharmaceuticals, critical minerals and defense-related products—won’t be subject to the tariff, according to the statement.
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