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For Dr. McGuinness, the research achieved another goal: As a dramatic example of how mathematics can solve nonabstract problems, he hopes it will help to change public perception of this field of study.

From New York Times • Sep. 11, 2021

Although the three repeatedly defined “narrative art” broadly as art that tells a story, what became clear during the presentation is that the museum will emphasize nonabstract illustrative works.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 18, 2019

But mainly with, and his storyless ballets have often implied characters, incidents, nonabstract situations.

From New York Times • Aug. 4, 2010

The show, to be called "Montclair in Manhattan," should be as good a survey of nonabstract American art as New Yorkers will see all season.

From Time Magazine Archive

But I’m talking about practical, nonabstract, nontheoretical stuff over here.

From Someone Comes to Town, Someone Leaves Town by Doctorow, Cory