Example Sentences

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Lane is sensitive to the struggles of African Americans, but he could have fleshed out the perspectives of more black characters, which would have illustrated the true resonance of the Ku Klux Klan.

From Washington Post • Apr. 11, 2019

By next year the signatories are supposed to have fleshed out precisely how to calculate, review and ratchet up their nationally determined contributions.

From Economist • Dec. 14, 2017

In recent years, a number of scientists have fleshed out Dr. Nursall’s hypothesis.

From New York Times • Mar. 13, 2014

Fulham manager Martin Jol will be pleased to have fleshed out his squad as he tries to ensure Premier League safety.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2013

Hark you, Master Recorder: I have fleshed my prodigal boy notably, notably, in letting him deal for this living; that hath done him much good, much good, I assure you.

From A Select Collection of Old English Plays, Volume 9 by Various