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Recent Examples of braid
Kayla Grant, People.com, 30 May 2025
Ortega did not walk the red carpet in Wednesday's trademark pigtail braids, but instead wore her hair parted to the side and styled in soft curls at the ends, with her bangs shaped and sculpted into a perfect twirly little swoop atop her forehead.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 2 June 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
Stormi gave a soft smile next to her mom, wearing a striped shirt and her hair in braids.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 30 May 2025
Ortega did not walk the red carpet in Wednesday's trademark pigtail braids, but instead wore her hair parted to the side and styled in soft curls at the ends, with her bangs shaped and sculpted into a perfect twirly little swoop atop her forehead.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 2 June 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
Verb
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The parade weaves through the historic downtown, bringing together antique cars, floats, and locals looking to show off their red, white, and blue.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
18 June 2025
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Ah Loo’s vibrant work weaves traditional Pacific Island attire with modern silhouettes and design.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
17 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 27 Jun. 2025.
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