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as in to weave
to cause to twine about one another
interlaced strands of her hair for a new look
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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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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
Then there’s a long necklace interlaced with emeralds, pearls and diamonds, creating a harmony of textures and colors.
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Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
The simmer mellows the vinegar and soy sauce into a sauce interlaced with pepper, garlic and something herbal but not immediately traceable — that’s the bay leaves.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, The Denver Post, 27 Jan. 2025
The book is interlaced with distinctive hybrid-style Vietnamese and New Orleans recipes, attributed to Nguyen’s background.
—The Bon Appétit and Epicurious Staffs, Bon Appétit, 10 Dec. 2024
This kind of exclusive access to players interlaced with archival clips (content typically reserved for the tour’s television partners) is a hallmark of digital media player Skratch, which has become known for pulling back the curtain on the professional golf world.
—Mike Dojc, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
The simmer mellows the vinegar and soy sauce into a sauce interlaced with pepper, garlic and something herbal but not immediately traceable — that’s the bay leaves.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, The Denver Post, 27 Jan. 2025
The book is interlaced with distinctive hybrid-style Vietnamese and New Orleans recipes, attributed to Nguyen’s background.
—The Bon Appétit and Epicurious Staffs, Bon Appétit, 10 Dec. 2024
This kind of exclusive access to players interlaced with archival clips (content typically reserved for the tour’s television partners) is a hallmark of digital media player Skratch, which has become known for pulling back the curtain on the professional golf world.
—Mike Dojc, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interlace
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Tomato plants naturally weave in and out of the support system.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 May 2025
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Read on for more hotels that are woven into the very fabric of their destinations.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
1 May 2025
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Thanks to the holiday boost and strong competition between local and international titles, the top 10 films grossed more than $9.2 million combined — one of the most dynamic weekends at the Korean box office so far this year.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
5 May 2025
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Its proximity to the Old Town provides a unique backdrop, combining beach relaxation and historical exploration.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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By the end of the second period, Carolina had cut the home team’s lead to 3-2, and Jordan Staal’s goal at 2:56 of the third period knotted the score.—
Cory Lavalette,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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With the game knotted, Cabrera redeemed himself by starting a stellar double play to end the ninth.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
19 Apr. 2025
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Furniture and decorations interspersed throughout the space — doilies, laminated wood cabinets and plastic chairs — evoke the sensation of traveling back in time.—
Valeriya Safronova,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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The dial’s vivid color is echoed by ruby root beads in juicy cerise and raspberry tones, interspersed throughout the chain.—
Milena Lazazzera,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2025
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The two boxing legends are set to tangle for the undisputed super middleweight title on September 12 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The 39-inch reptile slithered onto an overhead power line and tangled itself, a spokesperson for line operator JR Central told NBC News.—
Arata Yamamoto,
NBC news,
1 May 2025
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The team inserted this enzyme into Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron, a common member of the human gut microbiome.—
Jenny Lehmann,
Discover Magazine,
2 May 2025
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To explain this apparent contradiction, the team theorized that the material was likely inserted through the rectum.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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This rich tradition boomed as Black and Brown culture intertwined, with the soulful sounds of Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson and Brenton Wood echoing across the hood.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
9 May 2025
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The parts of the brain controlling movement are intertwined with the internal systems that drive mental functions like thinking and planning.56 With somatic yoga, mindful stretching movements intentionally focus on internal awareness rather than external results.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
8 May 2025
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In a season where old wounds keep getting reopened (and then salted for good measure), Angela represents a different kind of narrative arc: one about rebuilding, reimagining, and refusing to let the past dictate your future.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
29 Apr. 2025
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The croutons in this elegant dessert are fried in olive oil, salted and strewn over an ethereal dark chocolate truffle.—
Carolynn Carreño,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Interlace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interlace. Accessed 15 May. 2025.
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