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Recent Examples of braid
Jael Goldfine, New Yorker, 9 Mar. 2026
In a photo posted to Malik’s Instagram Story on March 4, Khai looked like her mom with long golden-blonde hair that was styled into a half-up look with a single braid as her proud dad snapped a photo of her from behind.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 28 Feb. 2026
Our economies are braided together through the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
—Andy Shaw, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026
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Noun
In the back row, a girl with long braids threw her skinny arms in the air at the sight of him.
—Jael Goldfine, New Yorker, 9 Mar. 2026
In a photo posted to Malik’s Instagram Story on March 4, Khai looked like her mom with long golden-blonde hair that was styled into a half-up look with a single braid as her proud dad snapped a photo of her from behind.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
Verb
Franklin’s work follows a 2025 Consumer Reports study, which made the rounds on social media last year after finding carcinogens in 10 synthetic braiding hair extensions.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 28 Feb. 2026
Our economies are braided together through the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
—Andy Shaw, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for braid
Noun
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Free People has a lot of adorable frocks hiding in its sale section right now, but the Flock Together Midi Dress is my absolute favorite pick for its soft blue hue, ruffle neckline, and jagged lace trim that adds so much movement.—
Olivia Cigliano,
InStyle,
15 Mar. 2026
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Next, Johnson takes on Styles’ iconic 2019 Met Gala outfit, a frilly, sheer lace top paired with black pants and a dangling pearl earring.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
15 Mar. 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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Her liberty cap bears stars and stripes, at once a symbol of our burgeoning Nation and a reference to early American coinage.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
14 Mar. 2026
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Bam paraded to the stripe and accepted their charity.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
14 Mar. 2026
Verb
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On the opening shift, Boldy got the puck at the far blue line, weaved though a few Rangers defenders and fired through a screen to beat the New York goalie just 35 seconds into the period.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
15 Mar. 2026
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The checkpoint ahead crawls forward as officers slide mirrors beneath cars and canines weave through the line, sniffing for explosives.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The event, which is being organized by ALMAS’s Youth Advisory Council, will feature ribbon braiding, face painting and food and drinks, according to a press release from ALMAS.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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Tsao points out that tight braiding and scalp irritation can disrupt the skin barrier.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
12 Feb. 2026
Verb
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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
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Bennett told the Star-Telegram that Black Mountain will address residents’ concerns about the demand on power and water grids, as well as flooding, as part of the platting process for the project.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The edgy Victorian-like corset lacing was applied to other silhouettes as well, including the vamps of kitten-heel pumps which were presented in different colors and even with feathers.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
26 Feb. 2026
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The Aero Razor hits on all cylinders, with the biggest upgrade coming in the upper and lacing system.—
Cory Smith,
Outside,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Braid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/braid. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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