INTERMESHING Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

intermeshing

verb

present participle of intermesh

as in interlocking

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With an interlocking design and stark border, the tiles feel more like an art installation than a typical backsplash.

— Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026
But the distinction is eroding, as private defense contractors help merge domestic law enforcement, immigration, and national security into an interlocking apparatus.

— Evan Osnos, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of interlocking

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The pattern has been identical on the right flank, with Porro’s clinching goal against France being a perfect example of the dovetailing wide players working to full effect.

— Mark Carey, New York Times, 18 July 2026
Others including Messika, Repossi and Graff, dovetailing their high jewelry with a broader selection of their offerings.

— Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 20 Feb. 2026

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However, du Plessis identifies the crucial challenge of expanding beyond the South Asian diaspora, advocating for widespread visibility in American culture and integrating cricket into schools to foster new fans and local talent.

— Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
In recent years and as online culture changed, Hilton toned down his public attacks and appeared to embrace fatherhood and adopt a kinder public persona, even integrating more family-friendly content on his site.

— Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of integrating

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Even with all of these advances, several interconnecting barriers continue to hinder access and exacerbate disparities.

— Michael Chancley, USA Today, 17 July 2026
This concern should not be a barrier to modernizing and interconnecting our grid to enable approvals for renewable energy projects.

— James Ferguson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 July 2026

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