foreshortening

"He reached for a weapon that was on the table."

"My cooking technique involves slow-roasting the vegetables before adding the meat. "

"The artist used shadows and angles to foreshorten the arm in the painting, making it look like it was reaching out from the canvas. "

"The artist visually represented the feeling of joy in her painting. "

"It is very important to give your daughter independence in her life so she learns from experience."

"The metal railing contracted slightly in the cold winter air. "

"My son's photography class is learning about different types of film and digital cameras. "

"His sudden appearance surprised me."

"The student perceived the teacher's frustration by the tone of her voice. "

"The tide was receding, leaving the beach wider. "

"The teacher is shortening the essay assignment from five pages to three. "

"The company is extending its office hours to better serve customers. "