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as in to ruffle
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Recent Examples of knit
One surgeon performs the mastectomy while another creates a new breast by knitting together layers of fat and tissue.
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T. Christian Miller, ProPublica, 12 Apr. 2025
Based on those lessons, and as part of a broader effort to knit together the economies of the world's democracies in hopes of ensuring lasting peace, the U.S. and other advanced nations spent the postwar era gradually removing tariffs and other trade barriers.
—Neil Irwin, Axios, 5 Apr. 2025
Paired with a matching green tweed bomber jacket, brown Aran knit and her signature skinny jeans, the royal was clearly in full country mode—not unlike when she was photographed near her home in Norfolk for the cover for British Vogue back in 2016.
—Emily Chan, Vogue, 14 Apr. 2025
Manual tasks like knitting and sewing require focus, dexterity and memory, while gardening encourages both physical activity and mental engagement through planning and tracking growth.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
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T. Christian Miller, ProPublica, 12 Apr. 2025
Based on those lessons, and as part of a broader effort to knit together the economies of the world's democracies in hopes of ensuring lasting peace, the U.S. and other advanced nations spent the postwar era gradually removing tariffs and other trade barriers.
—Neil Irwin, Axios, 5 Apr. 2025
Paired with a matching green tweed bomber jacket, brown Aran knit and her signature skinny jeans, the royal was clearly in full country mode—not unlike when she was photographed near her home in Norfolk for the cover for British Vogue back in 2016.
—Emily Chan, Vogue, 14 Apr. 2025
Manual tasks like knitting and sewing require focus, dexterity and memory, while gardening encourages both physical activity and mental engagement through planning and tracking growth.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for knit
Verb
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Chelsea and the notion of trust, ruffled Riza and Nuno’s succinct programme notes Michael Cox concentrates on tactical analysis.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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But now Shelby's back, which ruffles the friend group, including the studious Beth Powell (Strazza), the WASP-y Ivy Watkins (Maggie Kuntz), and new student and Atlanta transplant Nell Shaw (Morgan Scott).—
Nick Romano,
EW.com,
14 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Her content included making clothes, crocheting and light furniture flips, among other crafty projects.—
Cemile Kavountzis,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Some people who crochet may only do it occasionally, such as in the winter months.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The impact of these cuts will be felt far beyond Washington, rippling out to thousands of state and local agencies serving children nationwide.—
Eli Hager,
ProPublica,
23 Apr. 2025
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The caveat on its outlook highlights how President Donald Trump’s trade war is rippling across the economy and cutting into growth expectations.—
Bloomberg,
Twin Cities,
22 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Burnham Square The daughter-in-law of owner Janis Witham uses this quilting block pattern. 10.—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Rachel accessorized her casual look with a black baseball cap, white sneakers and black oversized quilted purse.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
30 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The latest rendition feels fresh and new, though, as the rice grains are crisped up individually rather than in patties or at the base of a pan.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Apr. 2025
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And, if your plan is to use your air fryer for, well, traditional air fryer stuff like crisping up small foods that require frequent shaking (tater tots, french fries, or Brussels sprouts), a basket-style air fryer will be far easier to maneuver and deliver better results.—
Emily Farris,
Bon Appétit,
14 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Elliot was dressed in a white and brown onesie with a bunny and two carrots embroidered on top of a pocket for the festive photo shoot.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Designed to bring some chi-chi to a seasonal tablescape, the collection features plates dusted with pollen-like dots and linens embroidered with bees and blooming tulips, each piece channelling the natural beauty of Daylesford’s Market Garden.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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“Knit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knit. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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