interspersing

present participle of intersperse

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Recent Examples of interspersing Nunez has heard of other writers who proficiently multitask, setting down a partial manuscript while starting another, interspersing it all with stories and essays. Literary Hub, 14 July 2026 Parts of it are remarkably green, with patchwork fields interspersing the red-brick terraces, and the old industrial landscape reclaimed by nature reserves and parks. Alexander Smith, NBC news, 18 June 2026 May 26 sports commentary Hey, Sean Keeler, Kiss every bruise, interspersing my whooped behind. Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 29 May 2026 The final touch, though, was interspersing Robert’s memories into his joyous, climactic plane ride. Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 6 Feb. 2026 Heat 2 serves as both a prequel and a sequel to the film, interspersing storylines from earlier in the characters' careers (circa 1988) with the events that followed the 1995 film. Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interspersing
Verb
  • The tech leaders were the tailors, weaving something elaborate out of nothing.
    Jeremy Macliver, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The carry-on, medium, and large suitcase all feature durable hardshell exteriors, TSA locks, and spinner wheels that make weaving through crowded terminals much easier.
    Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 8 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images In late July, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang posted on X for the first time to defend open-source models in artificial intelligence, inserting himself into a debate that was raging across the industry.
    Kif Leswing, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Adding to the mix is the subtext of an Administration that revels in inserting itself into any business deal and the ongoing story of the efforts of a politically friendly billionaire trying to close the deal.
    Rick Ellis, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Campari Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice, and stir for 15 to 20 seconds.
    Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Scrape the bowl with a spatula and slowly add the milk while mixing on low.
    Terrence Hayes, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Eight years after introducing its first folding phone, the tech giant believes advances in design, portability and productivity can help transform what was once a niche category into a compelling alternative to traditional smartphones.
    Marc Saltzman, USA Today, 8 Aug. 2026
  • It’s primarily remembered for both introducing the world to James Gunn, who wrote the script and served as associate director.
    Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 8 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Filtering transfer fees by age or position is not uncommon, but combining the two and then presenting it as a record feels a bit of a stretch.
    Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Urbanski says in order to keep the character and story momentum of previous seasons going, combining the sixth and seventh books in Herron’s series made the most sense.
    Trey Williams, HollywoodReporter, 13 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Some formulas do even more than volumize—doubling as heat protectants or incorporating ingredients designed to help minimize damage.
    Iman Balagam, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Taiwan has stepped up the intensity of the Han Kuang drills, incorporating reservists and more civilians into the exercises with a focus on real-world scenarios.
    ABC News, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026

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“Interspersing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interspersing. Accessed 16 Aug. 2026.

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