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Recent Examples of braid
Essence, 16 Jan. 2026
Kim shared a glowing photo of her smiley second daughter admiring her braids in the mirror.
—Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 8 Dec. 2025
The dads are seen brushing, braiding and attempting other styles on their daughters, who happily perch in the salon chairs in front of them.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 25 Nov. 2025
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Noun
From trendy braids to nails and makeup, there’s always something new to try.
—Essence, 16 Jan. 2026
Kim shared a glowing photo of her smiley second daughter admiring her braids in the mirror.
—Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
Verb
On the Monday after Kirk’s killing, JD Vance stepped in to host The Charlie Kirk Show from the Vice President’s Ceremonial Office, an appearance that effectively braided together Kirk’s legacy, his movement, and Vance’s own political ambitions.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 8 Dec. 2025
The dads are seen brushing, braiding and attempting other styles on their daughters, who happily perch in the salon chairs in front of them.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 25 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for braid
Noun
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His blonde-colored mane rested on the hood of his black sweatshirt while his black skates with fat red laces dangled in the air.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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To help lace keep its shape and avoid fraying or loose threads, keep it away from any intense heat.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
7 Jan. 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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The shoe is thin, lightweight, breathable, and chic, even featuring a shiny silver stripe that adds a bit of personality.—
Kate Tully Ellsworth,
USA Today,
22 Jan. 2026
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Her Piviano pointed-toe pumps from Jessica Simpson featured a transparent mesh upper covered in rhinestone stripes that gave it a little extra dazzle.—
Tara Larson,
Footwear News,
22 Jan. 2026
Verb
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An hour later, for its first concert since the fires, parishioners sat in awe as Grammy Award winning violinist Anne Akiko Meyers weaved her bow across her violin, the music of Johann Sebastian Bach echoing through the church.—
Camelia Heins,
Daily News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Culturally, 2026 is the year cannabis truly weaves into everyday life.—
Amplified Content Studio,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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This braiding of economic and national security has, in practice, meant that presidents have expanded their influence over the economic lives of Americans, often without congressional oversight.—
Inu Manak,
Time,
16 Jan. 2026
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Excessively tight braiding, in addition to synthetic hair that is physically rough on fragile strands, causes breakage not only at the root, but also throughout the length.—
Brianna J. Heath,
Essence,
1 Dec. 2025
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 outfit included plenty of jazzy silver detailing as well, including corsetry lacing at the pants and a strappy belt-like feature with studs.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
2 Jan. 2026
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The rubber outsole delivers great traction and flexibility, and the Ghillie lacing system uses loops instead of eyelets to better enhance the overall snugness and stability of the shoe once it's tied.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Dec. 2025
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“Braid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/braid. Accessed 24 Jan. 2026.
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