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as in to braid
to cause to twine about one another
as they have for the past two centuries, crafters continue to weave osiers into the distinctive baskets that are the island's trademark
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as in to insert
to scatter or set here and there among other things
a political commentator who slyly weaves lies into the truth
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Recent Examples of weave
Waititi and cowriter Dahvi Waller were able to weave together an uplifting, warm story starring Jenna Ortega as Klara, the Artificial Friend who is adopted by a woman (Amy Adams) as a companion for her daughter Josie (Mia Tharia).
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Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 18 June 2026
Doctors diagnosed the 38-year-old with glioblastoma multiforme, the most aggressive and deadliest form of brain cancer that weaves tenacles of tumors throughout the brain.
—Molly McCrea, CBS News, 18 June 2026
Finally, there’s Liberty Larsen, a narrative illusionist whose material weaves in her own personal history.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 18 June 2026
Pulisic was exceptional before being subbed out at the half, weaving past defenders and creating scoring chances.
—Greg Rosenstein, NBC news, 13 June 2026
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Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 18 June 2026
Doctors diagnosed the 38-year-old with glioblastoma multiforme, the most aggressive and deadliest form of brain cancer that weaves tenacles of tumors throughout the brain.
—Molly McCrea, CBS News, 18 June 2026
Finally, there’s Liberty Larsen, a narrative illusionist whose material weaves in her own personal history.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 18 June 2026
Pulisic was exceptional before being subbed out at the half, weaving past defenders and creating scoring chances.
—Greg Rosenstein, NBC news, 13 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for weave
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Ogunbiyi saw similarities between the process of braiding and sewing—a meticulous and repetitive action that could be automated—and began to envision a solution.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
23 June 2026
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To have those two things braided together, the pain and then the relief.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
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Manager John Schneider is now forced to shuffle players like Andrés Gimenez and Ernie Clement at shortstop, often platooning Gimenez, and inserting lesser hitters at second base.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Fed watchers expect Warsh could pass on inserting his view on the future path of rates from the grid, which is watched closely on Wall Street but has had an uneven track record as a forecasting tool.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
17 June 2026
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Guests can walk along the nearby Rim Village Promenade before ducking into its lobby to enjoy the cozy fireplace, Mission furniture, and tree trunk columns.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 June 2026
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Otherwise, Makar will be wincing through pain trying to explain the unfathomable, Blackwood will be dropping F-bombs in disbelief and MacKinnon will be ducking reporters despite being the team’s best player.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
11 June 2026
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Scientists have discovered a new way to control quantum light sources by twisting atomically thin layers of a material known as hexagonal boron nitride (hBN), a breakthrough that could help bring quantum technologies closer to practical use.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
19 June 2026
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Just clip it on to secure the zipper or luggage cord; then, twist and unclasp it to open.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
18 June 2026
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Swept away The high altitude in Denver can cause certain pitch types to go awry, but Gray had the benefit of being able to mix and match from his expansive repertoire.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
24 June 2026
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The restaurant makes refined regional favorites like ceviche colimense and his tostada de pozole seco, and mixes cocktails with tuba.—
Food Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
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The twist that Evan is Richard Warren’s descendant is the first and most useful scaffolding for Widow’s Bay being able to dodge a season-two slump.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
17 June 2026
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After welcoming a second child, dodging more cheating rumors, and splitting again, Cardi filed for divorce a second time — before announcing her third pregnancy with Offset a day later.—
Brianna Zigler,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 June 2026
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For years, the silky, ultra-fine powder of Lancôme's Blush Subtil has been a go-to for a soft, shimmer-free flush, blending seamlessly into skin and building effortlessly from a subtle wash of color to a more vibrant pop.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
23 June 2026
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Beloved by coffee snobs and design aficionados alike, the Alessi stovetop coffee maker blends high-quality brewing with a form that is beautiful enough to leave out all day long.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
23 June 2026
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The gel-cream combines hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, panthenol, and squalane to hydrate and soothe without feeling greasy.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
24 June 2026
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Speculation over the relationship between Brown and Tatum has been regularly a storyline in Boston, but the pair combined to lead the Celtics to a championship in 2024 and Brown was named Finals MVP.—
Matt Schooley,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
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“Weave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weave. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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