feathering

verb

Definition of featheringnext
present participle of feather
1
as in pulling

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2
as in frilling

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for feathering
  1. pulling
  2. fringing
  3. braiding
  4. embroidering
  5. hanging
  6. figuring
  7. chasing
  8. painting
Verb
  • Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni, a former right back who played alongside Messi in the 2006 World Cup, solved that problem by moving Messi to right wing, tweaking formations and pulling from a bench superior to England’s.
    — Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 July 2026
  • By July 11, Taco Bell had begun pulling some ingredients, including lettuce and cilantro, from some Michigan restaurants.
    — Mike Snider, USA Today, 19 July 2026
Definition of pulling
Verb
  • Sustainability is a priority at Sal Salis, with the 16 eco-luxury safari tents designed for minimal impact, just metres from the largest fringing reef in the world, its barefoot luxury as nature intended.
    — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
  • An easy 10-minute swim will have you on the fringing reef, with slivers of multi-coloured fish, gliding turtles and epic coral formations.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Definition of fringing
Verb
  • The workshop teaches different stringing and braiding techniques.
    — Emese Maczko, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • This feed-in jumbo braid updo on Teyonah Parris is achieved by adding a lot of pre-stretched braiding hair when creating the cornrows.
    — Omenaa Boakye, InStyle, 19 July 2026
Definition of braiding
Verb
  • In his letter to Hawley, Manfred said that rule was collectively bargained with the MLB Players Association and prohibits players from writing, attaching, affixing, embroidering or otherwise displaying messages on apparel or playing equipment.
    — Dan Zaksheske, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026
  • The touchscreen allows for easy controls and lets users visually preview the design before embroidering starts.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 25 May 2026
Definition of embroidering
Verb
  • One notable exception was our guide for the nature walk and hanging bridges hike, who was knowledgeable and friendly.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
  • Especially in containers and hanging baskets, regular fertilizing is essential for keeping petunias blooming and vigorous all summer long.
    — Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2026
Definition of hanging
Verb
  • The teams figuring this out early already have an edge most haven't caught onto yet.
    — Angela Palo, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • Reynolds has watched people wipe a kid's nose or change a diaper and then rinse their hands in the pool, figuring the chlorine will handle it.
    — Angela Haupt, Time, 20 July 2026
Definition of figuring
Verb
  • Most are from blacktip sharks, animals about six feet long that bite not out of hunger but confusion, in murky water, chasing baitfish and usually mistaking a swimmer’s foot for prey.
    — Kate Waxman, Sun Sentinel, 19 July 2026
  • Spain chasing defensive history Spain is chasing history as well.
    — Tim Reynolds, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2026
Definition of chasing
Verb
  • Biggs, though, has attempted to tamper down his conservative persona during the primary election campaign by painting himself as someone who could appeal to independent voters.
    — Saige Miller, NPR, 22 July 2026
  • Perhaps no prominent professional athlete embodies the desire to be seen as a victim as much as Reese, who has spent years painting herself as someone unfairly treated by fans, coaches, referees, reporters and society at large.
    — Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of painting
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