Example Sentences

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It will be engraved with my name and the dates of my birth and death, and also with the symbols of six religions, carved in a single line.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

During his trip, he inspected the centuries-old Chola Plates, rings with engraved copper plates, that are being returned to India by Leiden University.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

A man was arrested on suspicion of stealing the statue engraved with Frances McDormand's name from the Governors Ball after the 2018 Academy Awards.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Beretta Holding houses more than 20 international brands, producing assault and sniper rifles, grenade launchers and the intricately engraved shotguns of historic British producer Holland & Holland.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Du Barry gave each of us a different chest, engraved with our initials and the flowers that we're named after.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton