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interlace

verb

ˌin-tər-ˈlās How to pronounce interlace (audio)
Definition of interlacenext
1
as in to weave
to cause to twine about one another interlaced strands of her hair for a new look

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2
as in to combine
to scatter or set here and there among other things interlaced jokes between the serious passages in the speech

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3
as in to knot
to twist together into a usually confused mass I've interlaced the cables on my audio-video system so confusingly that I've no idea what connects what

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Recent Examples of interlace Mr Cobra evades most classification from there, blending free jazz, musique concrète, ’00s pop, house, industrial techno, and air horns, interlaced with dialogue snipped from Korean folk operas and experimental films. — Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 17 Apr. 2026 Sateen is a cotton fabric in a satin weave structure where the warps and wefts interlace at irregular intervals as compared to plain weave, Glusica explains. — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 1 Apr. 2026 Perhaps the most egregious example was a video posted by the White House that interlaced videos of bombings with clips from Wii Sports games set to cheerful music. — Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 28 Mar. 2026 All were active in Los Angeles — Williams, for instance, was a pivotal designer on the LAX Theme Building — and Smith interlaces decorative flourishes in varying styles that twist around one another to work up the Legacy Tower’s pointed spheres. — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for interlace
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interlace
  1. weave
  2. combine
  3. knot
  4. intersperse
  5. tangle
  6. insert
  7. intertwine
  8. salt
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  • Among the guests at the launch celebration were Coco Rocha and Debbie Harry, weaving through the space and stopping at the backlit bar for drinks, nodding along to the sounds of DJ duo Las Flaquitas.
    — Ruby Ford-Dunker, Vogue, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Her committed advocacy is well known; her brilliance in recognizing a constellation of facts and weaving them together to find solutions is another part of her legacy.
    — Susan Daria Landino, Hartford Courant, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of weave
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  • The property combines centuries of history with chic interiors, excellent service, and an unbeatable location, mere steps away from Zurich’s central hub and iconic shops.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2026
  • The hub can combine readings from multiple implants and coordinate therapeutic responses from devices elsewhere in the body.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of combine
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  • The Rebels jumped out to a commanding 24-7 lead in the first half before the Tigers scored 17 unanswered points to knot things up and set the scene for a fourth quarter that could only be described as pure cinema.
    — Mark Harris OutKick, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026
  • The score was knotted at 5, 12, 19 at halftime, and 26 with a quarter to go at overcast Sandy Park.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of knot
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  • Although the first stretch and Mirren’s presence might lead you to expect a character study, the film soon moves into the other storylines, interspersed with Edward’s visit to the author.
    — Caryn James, HollywoodReporter, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Named after colorful French traditional candies, Les Berlingots designs, all one-of-a-kind, combine beads interspersed with brass rings set with rhinestones.
    — Alex Wynne, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of intersperse
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  • Several minutes in garlicky olive oil then transform them into silky ribbons that tangle easily with the pasta.
    — Carla Lalli Music, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Michigan's starting running back, Jordan Marshall, ran for 59 yards and a touchdown before leaving the game in the third quarter after his right leg got tangled up as he was tackled.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of tangle
Verb
  • Vaginal estrogen can be prescribed several ways, including a twice-weekly cream, inserts or a ring that is inserted every few months for women.
    — Laura Trujillo, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2026
  • These viruses, known as retroviruses, insert a DNA copy of their RNA sequence into the host cell’s genome, hijacking the cell’s resources to reproduce themselves.
    — Jake Buehler, Quanta Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of insert
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  • With its economy and global reputation heavily intertwined with Hollywood’s allure and ability to survive, California had more at stake in the negotiations.
    — Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Beer is bringing four cosmetics to the Item Shop, with her cats Mookie and Maple being more cuddly than usual with their tails intertwined.
    — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of intertwine
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  • Meanwhile, add the ricotta, pecorino Romano, Calabrian chili paste, honey, and salt to a food processor or the smaller cup attachment of a high-speed blender.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Use damp, salted hands to prevent sticking—no rice cooker or onigiri mold required.
    — Diana Yen, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Sep. 2026
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“Interlace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interlace. Accessed 25 Sep. 2026.

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