beading

Definition of beadingnext
present participle of bead

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Recent Examples of beading Inspired by her graphic use of embellishment and appliqués, Smith began beading, swapping his signature painterly fabric daubs with vintage glass bead embroidery. Violet Goldstone, Footwear News, 20 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for beading
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Verb
  • The clumping foliage of this iris is also an attraction, and its vivid seeds in their pods are suitable for long-lasting dry arrangements.
    Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 21 Mar. 2026
  • That’s also where the classic debate, clumping vs non-clumping litter, shows up.
    Svetlana Khachiyan, USA Today, 19 Dec. 2025
Verb
  • Athletes and outdoor lovers will appreciate that the underarm gussets promote mobility, while rolled forward shoulder seams help to prevent bunching and chafing underneath backpack straps.
    Harry Spampinato, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Instead of bunching up, laundry is looser and has less friction.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2026

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“Beading.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beading. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.

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