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as in weaving
to scatter or set here and there among other things
for variety, intersperse some photos among the other decorations on the wall
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as in inserting
to put among or between others
intersperses some fascinating factoids about wine between his profiles of the nation's leading wineries
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Recent Examples of interspersing
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.
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Alexander Smith,
NBC news,
18 June 2026
May 26 sports commentary Hey, Sean Keeler, Kiss every bruise, interspersing my whooped behind.
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Dp Opinion,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
The final touch, though, was interspersing Robert’s memories into his joyous, climactic plane ride.
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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.
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Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Oct. 2025
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
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Alongside Chase and her family stands film director Guy Ritchie; not as a badge‑on celebrity, but as a creative collaborator who has invested both capital and time in the project, designing the Wild Kitchen feasting tables and quietly weaving the whisky into his storytelling world.
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But over the nearly one-and-a-half years since the 2025 mega-fires, native and invasive grasses, bushes and trees have begun to regrow, weaving flammable greenery across the landscape.
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Getting a digital copy of a game works simply by inserting a compatible disc and installing and playing the game.
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In fact, constantly inserting yourself into everything can slow the organization down and weaken accountability across the team.
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For seven seasons, a hodgepodge crew mixing Starfleet and the rebellious Maquis put aside their differences after they got zapped 70,000 lightyears away from Earth, deep into the uncharted Delta Quadrant.
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Always avoid mixing bleach with vinegar, ammonia, or other cleaning products, as this can create dangerous fumes, Glazer says.
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Instead of doubling down on a flawed system, policymakers can make gradual changes by introducing new tax categories in the existing framework and imposing taxes that correspond to the alcoholic content of that category.
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The soap can be absorbed by the berries, potentially introducing contaminants.
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Karl Mayer’s new Textile Innovation Center in Obertshausen, Germany, is designed around that idea, combining textile development, testing and training under one roof.
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The advantage of combining the antibodies became clear when the viruses were repeatedly exposed to treatment.
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Organizing Elements To really put your mudroom over the top, consider incorporating features that help make organizing your home easier.
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To minimize risks during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) advises incorporating frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.
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“Interspersing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interspersing. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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