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to fit (two or more things) together securely
She interlocked her fingers with his.
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Recent Examples of interlocking
All four sides of the building are covered by a pattern of interlocking trapezoidal pieces that serve as a sunscreen, cooling the interior.
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Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
The interlocking puzzle of the iPhone, GPS and Google Maps was a moment when multiple strands of technological development, some of them obscure and many with deep links to the US military, converged into a single life-changing package.
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Literary Hub,
17 June 2026
The narrative traces the dark, interlocking secrets exposed within an old apartment block after a young boy vanishes on the winter solstice.
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Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
8 June 2026
The shoes are completed by a distinct interlocking CC logo on the side of the block heel.
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Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
5 June 2026
With natural stone in ocher and white and touches of unfinished wood, the undulating, interlocking structures create a modernist effect—a welcome change from the more classic and frumpy properties of the Côte d’Azur.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
As the title suggests, Music In Continuous Motion picks up right where its predecessor left off, with Orcutt assembling overdubbed guitar lines into brief, interlocking pieces that balance rough-hewn primitivism against painterly precision.
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Spin Staff,
SPIN,
1 June 2026
Even the rough-shawn, interlocking siding bears his handiwork.
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David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
30 May 2026
In the same way that audiences are trying to unpack the central scheme — or interlocking set of schemes — at the center of Paula’s newfound predicament, so was the Emmy-winning Maslany drawn to the inscrutability of her character.
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Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
24 May 2026
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
The interlocking puzzle of the iPhone, GPS and Google Maps was a moment when multiple strands of technological development, some of them obscure and many with deep links to the US military, converged into a single life-changing package.
—
Literary Hub,
17 June 2026
The narrative traces the dark, interlocking secrets exposed within an old apartment block after a young boy vanishes on the winter solstice.
—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
8 June 2026
The shoes are completed by a distinct interlocking CC logo on the side of the block heel.
—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
5 June 2026
With natural stone in ocher and white and touches of unfinished wood, the undulating, interlocking structures create a modernist effect—a welcome change from the more classic and frumpy properties of the Côte d’Azur.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
As the title suggests, Music In Continuous Motion picks up right where its predecessor left off, with Orcutt assembling overdubbed guitar lines into brief, interlocking pieces that balance rough-hewn primitivism against painterly precision.
—
Spin Staff,
SPIN,
1 June 2026
Even the rough-shawn, interlocking siding bears his handiwork.
—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
30 May 2026
In the same way that audiences are trying to unpack the central scheme — or interlocking set of schemes — at the center of Paula’s newfound predicament, so was the Emmy-winning Maslany drawn to the inscrutability of her character.
—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
24 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interlocking
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One concern is parents of autistic children, who often have gastrointestinal issues, though the science linking those issues to autism is unsettled.
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Sneed was the only witness linking Glossip directly to the crime.
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For that reason, executive travel remains essential for driving high-stakes deals forward, securing major partnerships, connecting with suppliers, and building trust through face-to-face interactions.
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By connecting the mid-June high with the action from early June, a clear potential cup-and-handle pattern begins to emerge.
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And Beale is perfect as the politically savvy, fine-food-loving Ser Simon, joining in Season 2.
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Shortly after joining Season 8 of the Peacock dating show, Keyser was removed from Casa Amor when a video of Keyser lip-syncing to the song surfaced online where she is seen using the N-word.
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Reuters reported in 2026 that Meta introduced prescription smart glasses through its Ray-Ban partnership, combining prescription lenses with wearable technology.
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The Nike Air Force 1 Low has taken on denim and patent leather uppers separately, and now a material exercise is somehow combining both at once.
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Most cabins hold two or three guests, with some interconnecting cabins available.
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Los Angeles is famously one of the most car-dependent cities in the world, relying on a spaghetti of interconnecting freeways that spread out across a sprawling area.
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Segregation laws prevented Black students from integrating into Euless schools in 1950.
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Spotify's landmark partnership with FC Barcelona reimagined traditional sports sponsorship by integrating artists directly into the club's global platform.
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Others including Messika, Repossi and Graff, dovetailing their high jewelry with a broader selection of their offerings.
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The clever live production finds cool cat bassist Rick Savage thrumming out a solo before dovetailing into the song’s familiar opening riff, which gives Elliott enough time to dash to the top level of the theater to belt the evocative anthem.
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When Beatriz Hatz remained open for exploration after coupling up with Sean Reife, Gabriel swept her away and formed a connection with her.
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But the umpires confirmed the home run, coupling Adell with Canseco in numerous social media posts.
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“Interlocking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interlocking. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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