Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of scalpel
That tool wielded by the Fed is typically described as a sledgehammer, not a scalpel.
—
Bryan Mena, CNN, 18 Sep. 2024
Indeed, much of the album reveals Lynne with a deft scalpel, opening and tending to the wounds of a relationship’s recent end.
—Nancy Kruh, Peoplemag, 16 Aug. 2024
This likely would be done by using a hot air gun and a scalpel to remove the plastic key casing and expose the part of the logic board that acts as a secure element storing the cryptographic secrets.
—Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, 3 Sep. 2024
These portions, which are shaped either like a long marquise diamond or the same stone cut in half, are removed from the page with a scalpel—a fitting tool given the surgical precision required.
—Tom Weijand, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2024
See all Example Sentences for scalpel 
Bryan Mena, CNN, 18 Sep. 2024
Indeed, much of the album reveals Lynne with a deft scalpel, opening and tending to the wounds of a relationship’s recent end.
—Nancy Kruh, Peoplemag, 16 Aug. 2024
This likely would be done by using a hot air gun and a scalpel to remove the plastic key casing and expose the part of the logic board that acts as a secure element storing the cryptographic secrets.
—Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, 3 Sep. 2024
These portions, which are shaped either like a long marquise diamond or the same stone cut in half, are removed from the page with a scalpel—a fitting tool given the surgical precision required.
—Tom Weijand, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2024
See all Example Sentences for scalpel
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scalpel
Noun
-
At an event before the election, a group of Yemeni American leaders in Michigan gifted him a traditional Yemeni dagger, called a jambiya, wrapping it around his waist as a sign of respect towards him.Niraj Warikoo, Detroit Free Press, 15 Nov. 2024
-
Absolutely loved Rio leaving the Road by simply ……… taking her dagger to the canvas scenery.Caroline Framke, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2024
Noun
-
The suspect, identified as 44-year-old Heraclio Mejia, threatened violence against his wife, injured a family member who attempted to de-escalate the situation with a knife, then assaulted a police officer, Joseph said.Robert Salonga, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024
-
The task of silverware placement and napkin arranging begins as a relatively simple one, taught through phonetic devices like B-M-W (bread, meal, water) or various colorful stories that involve the knife protecting the spoon.Elise Taylor, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2024
Noun
-
And the trio realizes this the second the Westies lock the door, wield a machete, and collect all of their phones — a telltale sign of a game night going awry.Tom Smyth, Vulture, 15 Oct. 2024
-
Concerning incidents have occurred including ballot boxes being set on fire in Oregon and Washington and a Trump supporter being arrested in Neptune Beach, Florida for threatening two Kamala Harris supporters with a machete outside an early voting site.Zac Anderson, USA TODAY, 3 Nov. 2024
Noun
-
For example, Catherine doesn’t mention that Jonathan pierced his arm with his pocketknife — a gift from Mr. Brigstocke — and forced her to drink the blood.Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
-
According to a board member, the state had also placed School 10 on a list of dangerous schools, partly owing to an incident in which a student had been found with a pocketknife.Alec MacGillis, The New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2024
Noun
-
Crystal Kung Minkoff The reality star and host wore a velvety indigo pantsuit and black pointed-toe stilettos.Ada Tseng, WWD, 22 Nov. 2024
-
Make a bold statement with the elegant Plaid Tweed Skirt Suit Jacket + Tassel Skirt 2 Pieces Set, perfect for those unafraid to be the best dressed in the room, paired well with black stilettos and a dark smokey eye.Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 5 Oct. 2024
Noun
-
Videos shared online as far back as May 2022 show Ukrainian troops using Switchblade suicide drones, which have wings that pop out like a switchblade and are made by U.S. defense contractor AeroVironment, to target Russian forces.Nina Turner, Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2024
-
When Trump was 13, his father found his collection of switchblades (bought after seeing West Side Story) and shipped him off to a military academy known for corporal punishment.EW.com, EW.com, 3 Oct. 2024
Noun
-
If these were not available a gun could be spiked with a bayonet which would then be broken off so it could not be pulled out.David Hambling, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
-
There are vents in the back for fresh air, pin bayonets and a slide lock to keep doors tightly closed and secure, and all-weather construction to prevent rust and corrosion.Shea Simmons, People.com, 29 Sep. 2024
Noun
-
The ultimate prop was the pirate flag, which could be decorated with a skull and crossbones (as in the classic Jolly Roger design), bleeding hearts, hourglasses, spears, cutlasses and skeletons.Sean Kingsley, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 May 2024
-
In that post, she could be seen dressed in a pirate costume, complete with a large hat, knee-high black boots and a cutlass sword.Kimberlee Speakman, Peoplemag, 20 Apr. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near scalpel
Cite this Entry
“Scalpel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scalpel. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share