as in preparing
to put (something) into proper and usually carefully worked out written form
spent hours crafting the perfect letter of recommendation for her prize student
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Recent Examples of crafting
Now, as March brightens into April, the half-dozen lawmakers charged with crafting that gargantuan document are nearly finished.
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The Denver Post, Denver Post, 4 Apr. 2026
For two decades, designer Phelicia Dell has made a name for herself, crafting Haiti’s culture and bright aesthetics into her handmade handbags inspired by Vodou traditions.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
Chock-full of classic summer camp activities, from dodgeball, archery and kickball to kayaking, swimming, crafting and more, the 400-acre camp allows guests to set their own adventure level — from high-adrenaline fun in the sun to hammock-time chill.
—Robin Roenker, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
Elevate your cooking with Mauviel, one of the most prestigious names in luxury cookware, crafting copper and stainless steel pieces in Normandy since 1830.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
The National Cherry Blossom rolls on, with the day-long Petalpalooza festival taking over Yards Park on Saturday with stages of music and dancing, hands-on crafting for all ages, and an evening firework display.
—Fritz Hahn, Washington Post, 2 Apr. 2026
But crafting such legislation has proven difficult.
—Miguel Torres, AZCentral.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Famed Danish maker Fritz Hansen has been crafting its pieces for over 150 years, and one of its more recent chairs harkens back to that history while bringing something new to the forefront.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026
When crafting a well-rounded capsule wardrobe, a balance of elegant essentials and trend-forward pieces is key.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026
The Denver Post, Denver Post, 4 Apr. 2026
For two decades, designer Phelicia Dell has made a name for herself, crafting Haiti’s culture and bright aesthetics into her handmade handbags inspired by Vodou traditions.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
Chock-full of classic summer camp activities, from dodgeball, archery and kickball to kayaking, swimming, crafting and more, the 400-acre camp allows guests to set their own adventure level — from high-adrenaline fun in the sun to hammock-time chill.
—Robin Roenker, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
Elevate your cooking with Mauviel, one of the most prestigious names in luxury cookware, crafting copper and stainless steel pieces in Normandy since 1830.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
The National Cherry Blossom rolls on, with the day-long Petalpalooza festival taking over Yards Park on Saturday with stages of music and dancing, hands-on crafting for all ages, and an evening firework display.
—Fritz Hahn, Washington Post, 2 Apr. 2026
But crafting such legislation has proven difficult.
—Miguel Torres, AZCentral.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Famed Danish maker Fritz Hansen has been crafting its pieces for over 150 years, and one of its more recent chairs harkens back to that history while bringing something new to the forefront.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026
When crafting a well-rounded capsule wardrobe, a balance of elegant essentials and trend-forward pieces is key.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crafting
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In 2023, the company was preparing to release its GPT-4 Turbo model.—
Ronan Farrow,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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South Africa is preparing the most sweeping overhaul of its migration laws in three decades in a bid to attract skilled migrants as part of efforts to boost moribund growth in Africa’s biggest economy.—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
6 Apr. 2026
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The study—drawing from more than 41 million shifts and 268 million hours worked—finds Gen Z is leading the way in poly-employment, composing more than half (55%) of those engaged in the practice.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
9 Apr. 2026
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Badauni served at Akbar’s court while composing a work deeply hostile to his patron; the text could only be privately circulated to a limited audience during Akbar’s lifetime and remained suppressed until after Jahangir’s accession in 1605.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
9 Apr. 2026
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This is the first time the Chiefs have picked in the top 10 since drafting Patrick Mahomes in 2017.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
10 Apr. 2026
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The fourth rolled around and the Paton, sans ‘Y’, in the Post’s drafting team emerged.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
9 Apr. 2026
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Alex Brandon-Pool | Getty Images News Hello, this is Dylan Butts writing to you from Singapore.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
6 Apr. 2026
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Lina is writing a book using the technique; Lyons told me it will likely be published this summer.—
Tom Bartlett,
The Atlantic,
5 Apr. 2026
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“Crafting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crafting. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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