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Recent Examples of braid
Kate Hogan, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
Their hair was neatly cut, unlike the wispy tendrils our braids ended in.
—Literary Hub, 24 Apr. 2026
Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2026
Separate the dough into two loaves of three strands each and braid them.
—Risa Polansky Shiman, Sun Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2026
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Noun
Harris-Dupart is the CEO of Kaleidoscope Hair Products and was in the midst of launching a new line inspired by Da Brat and her iconic braids and protective hairstyles.
—Kate Hogan, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
Their hair was neatly cut, unlike the wispy tendrils our braids ended in.
—Literary Hub, 24 Apr. 2026
Verb
Often composed of three to five plants braided together to form one trunk, the money tree can grow up to 2 feet per year!
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2026
Separate the dough into two loaves of three strands each and braid them.
—Risa Polansky Shiman, Sun Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for braid
Noun
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From there, the surface moved into denser embroidery and openwork, with the original sari’s sheer, lace-like quality still visible through the skirt and side draping.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
10 May 2026
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The 'Dark Angel' star also dazzled in a lace mini dress for a night out to celebrate her birthday.—
Sarah Sotoodeh,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
Verb
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Ayad Akhtar, the author of Homeland Elegies, plaits autofiction with philosophical inquiry.—
Hamilton Cain,
Time,
22 Dec. 2025
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The struggle is not due to a lack of options, though: Boho braids wrapped into an elegant bun; cornrows neatly plaited into a bow; and small, knotless braids with wavy ends are just a few ways to wear braids down the aisle.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Small perforations dotted the front of the toe box, while a thin black stripe ran through the aged off-white midsole.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
16 May 2026
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This matching set gives a sporty-chic vibe, thanks to contrast stripes along the sleeves, adding just enough detail to elevate it beyond your standard loungewear.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2026
Verb
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Rasmus Dahlin scored 32 seconds into the game on a nifty backhand after weaving through Montreal’s zone.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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Sarah George is the pastry chef at The Palmerston—a beloved Edinburgh restaurant—who seamlessly weaves whisky into classic recipes.—
Carinne Geil Botta,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
Noun
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Khaite went minimalistic yet bold with oversized braiding.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Moving into flora, the Jasmine design pulls from a Schlumberger creation from 1961-62 (a necklace made for philanthropist Bunny Mellon, according to Town & Country), showing off platinum braiding and D-color, internally flawless Type IIa cushion-cut diamonds.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Armstrong was surveyed and platted in 1871 by a representative of the Kansas Pacific Railway Company.—
Elijah Winkler,
Kansas City Star,
29 Mar. 2026
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On average, the city is platting 892 acres per year and is projected to need 911 acres per year for new growth and development.—
Angela George,
Sioux Falls Argus Leader,
14 Jan. 2026
Noun
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These ivory leather chairs get their name from the delicate corset lacing that runs up the back—a subtle touch of coquette style.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Apr. 2026
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According to a press release, the bustier dress was designed with 25,000 silk thread feathers and lacing with gold metal eyelets at the back, as well as an ivory tulle skirt.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Braid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/braid. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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