1
as in to weave
to cause to twine about one another
intertwisted the fibers to form a design
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2
as in to knot
to twist together into a usually confused mass
the tree's intertwisted roots seemed to extend forever
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Haraburda said bad actors are aiming to weave together all types of information about you to gain access to your bank accounts, steal your ID or even create a new ID.—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
4 Nov. 2025 -
The Gran Vilaya Trek weaves a tapestry of natural and cultural wonders, winding through more than 30 miles of ancient cloud forests and pre-Incan archaeological remains.—
Ally Jaksen,
Outside,
4 Nov. 2025
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But good fortune smiled a few minutes later to knot the game at 2-2.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
29 Oct. 2025
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The Huskies, who also had the final shot in the first three OTs, nearly ended it in the fifth extra period, but Jeff Adrien’s desperation baseline putback clanged off the rim, keeping the game knotted at 110.—
The Athletic Staff,
New York Times,
28 Oct. 2025
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Its cities have narrow and twisting streets.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
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These clogs feature an adjustable slingback strap with buckle closure to safely secure your feet in the shoes (no one wants to twist an ankle).—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Oct. 2025
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Nothing twisted or tangled together during the drying process.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
3 Nov. 2025
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The approach bypasses government taking custody of kids and parents becoming tangled in lengthy court cases.—
Jayme Fraser,
USA Today,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Intertwist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intertwist. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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