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also cylindric
as in spherical
shaped like a cylinder
a cylindrical oil tank a cylindrical tower
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Recent Examples of cylindrical
Its cylindrical body, usually made of wood or metal, is covered with a ridge-like or serrated surface, which allows a musician to scrape its sides to create a sound comparable to that of a snare drum.
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Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2024
The cylindrical style of the lens is classic, looks sharp, and fits well with a variety of helmets.
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 20 Dec. 2024
Its arresting cylindrical shape appears to float above the seabed and offers some of the best vistas (the sunsets are particularly jaw-dropping) on the island.
—Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Even the battery pack got the same treatment, although Can-Am would not name the supplier of its cylindrical cells.
—Roberto Baldwin, WIRED, 24 Sep. 2024
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Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2024
The cylindrical style of the lens is classic, looks sharp, and fits well with a variety of helmets.
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 20 Dec. 2024
Its arresting cylindrical shape appears to float above the seabed and offers some of the best vistas (the sunsets are particularly jaw-dropping) on the island.
—Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Even the battery pack got the same treatment, although Can-Am would not name the supplier of its cylindrical cells.
—Roberto Baldwin, WIRED, 24 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cylindrical
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Byzantine domes and spherical walls surround hydrotherapy jets that help ease muscle aches.Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Step 5: Wrap Your Soil Ball in Sheet Moss Now is the time to wrap your spherical kokedama ball in a layer of sheet moss—the vibrant outer coat for your kokedama.Maya Chawla, Architectural Digest, 2 Jan. 2025
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With the largest population and economy in Southeast Asia, Indonesia shares with other members a commitment to reforming global governance institutions and contributes positively to deepening South-South cooperation.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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Maria Alonso Maria Alonso is a marketing expert and founder of Fortune 206, with over 15 years of experience leading successful global campaigns.Maria Alonso, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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The Kohler Sunstruck oval tub is standard in the primary bathroom if this layout is chosen.Benjamin C Tankersley, Washington Post, 1 Feb. 2023
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This simple opener works well on circular cans but may not be effective on dented, square, or oval cans.Maya Polton, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2023
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Accent sleek lines and curved pieces with wood trim, stone surfaces, and metal frames paired with ovoid forms.Lindsey Mather, Architectural Digest, 5 Dec. 2024
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Brody hand-tore pieces of colorful tissue paper into ovoid forms, then affixed them to raw canvas.Caitie Kelly Lindsey Tramuta Lauren Cochrane Angela Koh Laura Bannister Gisela Williams, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2024
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Warmly lit, the 55-seat bistro now leans Art Deco without insisting; an oblong mural by David Joel from the downtown spot, hangs over the bar.Florence Fabricant, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2025
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Advertisement The current menu begins with an oblong ceramic tureen of sorts that suggests a wide-open oyster shell.Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
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“Cylindrical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cylindrical. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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