moulding

British

/ ˈməʊldɪŋ /

noun

architect
1. a shaped outline, esp one used on cornices, etc
2. a shaped strip made of wood, stone, etc
something moulded

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moulding

Saints slowly recovered from the onslaught with Smith moulding some shape into his reordered backline.

From BBC ● May 24, 2025

"The entanglement between our photons is malleable, like clay in a potter's hands, but during the moulding process, some features are retained," explains Forbes.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 9, 2024

At the same time, these region-wide efforts will have to be balanced by moulding solutions to suit local conditions where needed.

From Reuters ● Nov. 13, 2023

Manager Steve Cooper did superbly to keep Forest in the Premier League after moulding together a whole new squad, helped by a magnificent atmosphere at the City Ground.

From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2023

Joseph checked the dining room and ran his fingertips along the carved moulding on one of the glossy walls.

From "The Marvels" by Brian Selznick

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