crescent shape

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a curved shape that is wider in the middle and pointed at the ends

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  • The moon was a thin sliver, a beautiful crescent shape in the night sky.
  • He cut the dough into a perfect crescent shape before baking the croissants.
  • The sandy beach curved into a gentle crescent shape around the turquoise bay.
  • A piece of cartilage in the knee, known as the meniscus, has a distinct crescent shape.
  • The architect designed the new museum with a dramatic crescent shape that overlooks the river.
  • As the river meandered, it carved a wide crescent shape out of the landscape.
  • She arranged the fruit slices on the plate in an elegant crescent shape.
  • The flock of birds flew in a perfect crescent shape across the horizon.
  • Her smile formed a lovely crescent shape, lighting up her entire face.
  • The sand dune, known as a barchan, is characterized by its iconic crescent shape.