still life
noun
a representation chiefly of inanimate objects, as a painting of a bowl of fruit.
still lifes
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pluralof still life.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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He is renowned for his stylish portrayals of Edinburgh New Town interiors and his vibrant, simplified still lifes.
From BBC ● Jun. 5, 2026
Richter, 94, is known for experimenting with ways to refresh traditional painting categories, including portraits, still lifes and abstracts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 9, 2026
Late spring gets the romance: tender asparagus, first peas, market bouquets staged like still lifes.
From Salon ● Mar. 1, 2026
The still lifes are built around themes, and some seem straightforward.
From New York Times ● Jun. 7, 2024
Apart from the still lifes, what I’m showing is mostly figurative, although there are a couple of constructions made from drinking straws and uncooked macaroni, and one called Silver Paper.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
