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as in twisting
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 mixing
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 weaving
Selina Denman, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
His sympathetic patter also gives Guirgis an opportunity to start weaving in the character’s politics.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 31 Mar. 2026
Look for ways to add joy to your life, whether that looks like taking more breaks or weaving artistry into your to-do list.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 30 Mar. 2026
Concertmaster Erin Keefe’s violin playing acted as the voice of Scheherazade in the work, weaving a tale with life-or-death urgency.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026
The film unfolds on an elite engineering campus, weaving together zombie horror, youth comedy and social satire.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
The voice of Cuban singer Amaury Gutiérrez added a melodic thread, weaving nostalgia and pride into the atmosphere.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2026
Paras Griffin Authorities say the driver continued to drive aggressively, weaving through traffic and speeding through DeKalb County streets before the trooper lost sight of the vehicle and called 911.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
At the world’s busiest airport, a partial government shutdown has travelers weaving through confusion, uncertainty and hourslong lines that wind around baggage claim and, at times, on to sidewalks outside the terminal.
—Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Verb
In Foini village the Dio Dio Collective organizes chair-weaving workshops, part of efforts to document and revive the island's furniture-making heritage.
—Selina Denman, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
His sympathetic patter also gives Guirgis an opportunity to start weaving in the character’s politics.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 31 Mar. 2026
Look for ways to add joy to your life, whether that looks like taking more breaks or weaving artistry into your to-do list.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 30 Mar. 2026
Concertmaster Erin Keefe’s violin playing acted as the voice of Scheherazade in the work, weaving a tale with life-or-death urgency.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026
The film unfolds on an elite engineering campus, weaving together zombie horror, youth comedy and social satire.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
The voice of Cuban singer Amaury Gutiérrez added a melodic thread, weaving nostalgia and pride into the atmosphere.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2026
Paras Griffin Authorities say the driver continued to drive aggressively, weaving through traffic and speeding through DeKalb County streets before the trooper lost sight of the vehicle and called 911.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
At the world’s busiest airport, a partial government shutdown has travelers weaving through confusion, uncertainty and hourslong lines that wind around baggage claim and, at times, on to sidewalks outside the terminal.
—Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weaving
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Chapin said Tokyo’s narrow and winding streets, often crowded with right-handed cars driving on the left side of the road, will present a fresh test for its AI technology, but that Nuro’s systems are designed to adapt and respond in real time.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Hosch, 67, went for a hike on part of the Appalachian Trail, a winding path that extends almost 2,200 miles through 14 states.—
Elissa Jorgensen,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Mar. 2026
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The latest to join the ranks is nicotinamide mononucleotide—or NMN—a slightly tongue-twisting name that’s been popping up everywhere, especially within celebrity circles.—
Alex Vance,
SELF,
31 Mar. 2026
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Before the words twisting in her mouth could emerge, a bespectacled cop materialized through the thin line of smoke, speeding past her, toward me.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Mar. 2026
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The studio — microphones and a mixing board hooked up to a computer — is on the first floor of McIntire’s home.—
Allen G. Breed,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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Yes, mixing highlights and lowlights can give brunette hair a range of shades.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
4 Apr. 2026
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Investors ducking for cover in the rocky market are turning to low volatility funds.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
27 Mar. 2026
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As the sun falls, Johnny Leach steps out of his Brooklyn apartment and onto the wet street before ducking into the subway station.—
Jenna Thompson
March 27,
Kansas City Star,
27 Mar. 2026
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Whether it’s glazed, smoked, or spiral sliced, serving ham on Easter Sunday is a tradition in many households.—
Katie Riley,
Southern Living,
31 Mar. 2026
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Robots move more precisely The robot was tasked with reaching multiple target points and following complex paths, including shapes like a pentagon, spiral, and curves.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
31 Mar. 2026
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Last year, Consumer Reports conducted a study that found carcinogens, a substance that can increase the risk of cancer, in 10 popular synthetic braiding hair brands.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 Apr. 2026
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It was founded by Maeve Heim, who grew up working in her mother’s African braiding salon.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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MyToonz is our strategic response to the connected TV revolution, combining storytelling excellence with smart distribution.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
1 Apr. 2026
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Trump is combining the art of war with the art of the deal.—
,
FOXNews.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Wright is not the first attorney to accuse Brooks of dodging legal bills in a matter involving the Moore cousins.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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The tanker has been subject to European Union sanctions since October due to its role in transporting sanctions-dodging Russian oil exports, according to the Open Sanctions website.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Weaving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weaving. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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