1
as in to weave
to cause to twine about one another
intertwined two different colors of yarn
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as in to knot
to twist together into a usually confused mass
intertwining yarn is usually a bad idea, because you'll never get it all sorted out again
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Recent Examples of intertwine
These conservation efforts are intertwined with the station's tourism and farming activities, showcasing a holistic approach to sustainability.
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Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025
In the early years of the Cold War, the debate around immigration was intertwined with the debate about foreign policy and national security.
—Elise Hammond, CNN Money, 17 May 2025
For me, there's so many different styles intertwined.
—Jackie Fields, People.com, 14 May 2025
In this intertwining tale about lust, rage, and abandonment, Alice must find her mysterious hook-up in order to save her humanity.
—Shannon Carlin, Time, 22 May 2025
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Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025
In the early years of the Cold War, the debate around immigration was intertwined with the debate about foreign policy and national security.
—Elise Hammond, CNN Money, 17 May 2025
For me, there's so many different styles intertwined.
—Jackie Fields, People.com, 14 May 2025
In this intertwining tale about lust, rage, and abandonment, Alice must find her mysterious hook-up in order to save her humanity.
—Shannon Carlin, Time, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intertwine
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The choreographer Annie-B Parson weaves her dancers through the action, adding energy and grace without ever slowing the plot.—
Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
13 May 2025
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Among the companies charting this alternative path is Organic India, a wellness brand that has woven regenerative organic agricultural practices into its DNA long before the term became a mainstream badge of sustainability.—
Christopher Marquis,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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What made the top particularly interesting is that it was adorned with engagement rings, which were knotted on a silver chain to give the appearance of chainmail.—
Michael Nied,
People.com,
13 May 2025
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In Game 1, Brunson erupted for 12 points on 3-for-4 shooting in the fourth quarter, drilling a 23-footer to knot the score at 89, a 26-footer to put the Knicks up 94-91 lead, and a 25-footer to seal the victory.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2025
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These are our favorite buds that will never, ever get tangled.—
Julian Chokkattu,
Wired News,
17 May 2025
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Along with tarpon, visitors can tangle inshore with snook, sea trout and redfish, or head out to the passes among the islands of Captiva, North Captiva and Boca Grande.—
Steve Waters,
Miami Herald,
16 May 2025
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“Intertwine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intertwine. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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