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Recent Examples of braid
Jessica Fields, Essence, 8 May 2025
The various story strands are plaited together so neatly as to become a single braid, with an emphasis on how much these lives interlock as the shelter inmates support each other.
—Stephanie Bunbury, Deadline, 23 May 2025
Jessica Fields, Essence, 8 May 2025
Trade wars levied up to 145% tariffs on Chinese imports (since decreased to 30%), increasing the cost of products like braiding hair, hair oil, and wigs.
—India Espy-Jones, Essence, 28 May 2025
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Noun
However, this season chocolate brown braids are taking center stage.
—Jessica Fields, Essence, 8 May 2025
The various story strands are plaited together so neatly as to become a single braid, with an emphasis on how much these lives interlock as the shelter inmates support each other.
—Stephanie Bunbury, Deadline, 23 May 2025
Verb
Finding a shade of braiding hair to match dark or black hair isn’t exactly a challenge.
—Jessica Fields, Essence, 8 May 2025
Trade wars levied up to 145% tariffs on Chinese imports (since decreased to 30%), increasing the cost of products like braiding hair, hair oil, and wigs.
—India Espy-Jones, Essence, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for braid
Noun
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An energized Lander laces into the frontrunner Lander came to the debate stage with new energy after receiving an endorsement from a New York Times opinions panel.—
Josephine Stratman,
New York Daily News,
13 June 2025
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At Julien’s, the auction also includes pieces that are less formal as well, such as a Dior ostrich coat, a Jean Paul Gaultier black lace coat (estimated at $1,000 to $2,000), Prada shoes and luggage and leather goods from Hermès and Gucci.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
13 June 2025
Verb
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The various story strands are plaited together so neatly as to become a single braid, with an emphasis on how much these lives interlock as the shelter inmates support each other.—
Stephanie Bunbury,
Deadline,
23 May 2025
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Among the haunting remnants, one image has stayed with me—a child's lock of hair, neatly plaited and tied with a small red ribbon, matted with mud.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
Noun
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What to look for in a quality baby bib Colors and prints Baby bibs come in a wide array of prints, designs and colors, including animal designs, florals, options with cute slogans, dots, stripes, stars and geometric patterns.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2025
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Seen from above, the frog is dark brown with pale brown stripes on its limbs.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
11 June 2025
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In weaving together these stories, Cuffy explores the varying shapes that grief, belief, and belonging can take.—Erin McMullen Buy Now: O Sinners!—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
6 June 2025
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Stone cut and wove plastic mats, industrial carpeting, and everyday fabrics into strange yet hypnotic composites for the floors and walls.—
Hannah Martin,
Architectural Digest,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Hair has been a cornerstone of Black beauty and cultural expression since pre-colonial Africa, where braiding was not merely decorative but deeply symbolic.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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Seeing over 100,000 visitors annually, the Meadow Creek Trail has seen widespread erosion, trail braiding and other impacts.—
The Summit Daily,
Denver Post,
15 May 2025
Verb
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Over 100 years ago, the land in the Shingle Creek watershed was platted and sold to people sight unseen.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 June 2025
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As Mendez suggested, the platting process was avoided.—
Linda Robertson,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
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There’s an old-school charm to the bike, enhanced by features like a black leather tank strap with laced edge, and a leather seat valance with lacing and tassels.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
12 May 2025
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The intricate lacing system is enclosed and features white accents.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
22 May 2025
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“Braid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/braid. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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