knit

verb

Definition of knitnext
1
as in to ruffle

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2
as in to crochet

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Recent Examples of knit The indictment announced Thursday represents an effort by the government to streamline the case and knit the defendants together into a single conspiracy prosecution in Ohio. — Julie Carr Smyth, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026 The cotton then goes to Laguna Fabric’s circular knitting mill in Los Angeles, where it is knitted into fabrics and dyed. — Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 7 July 2026 Try it with casual flip-flops and a knit slung around the waist for off-duty cool; with jelly sandals and a denim jacket for an irreverent twist; or with suede flats and a crisp shirt for understated elegance. — Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 2 July 2026 The subtle platform sole and knit upper set these sneakers apart from your average pair. — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for knit
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knit
  1. ruffle
  2. crochet
  3. ripple
  4. quilt
  5. crisp
  6. embroider
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  • Adding more drama to the lingerie look, Waterhouse wore a light pink tulle boudoir-style robe with ruffling.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 24 July 2026
  • There is, however, evidence that this Spain team can be ruffled.
    — Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 18 July 2026
Definition of ruffle
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  • Some stylists braid the natural hair, then wrap hair extensions around each braid, while others braid cornrows and crochet the faux locs onto the natural hair with a latch hook.
    — Amira Rasool, InStyle, 8 June 2026
  • Crafting activities like crocheting, baking, painting and knitting are especially popular among young people looking for a way to slow down.
    — Theara Coleman, TheWeek, 5 June 2026
Definition of crochet
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  • Disability spans every age, race, culture and socioeconomic background, and investment in accessibility and inclusive programming tends to ripple outward, improving experiences for older adults, veterans, families and caregivers along the way.
    — Keely Cat-Wells, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • On a normal day, there is little to report beyond the small earthquakes that ripple constantly around the world.
    — Andrei Popoviciu, The Dial, 21 July 2026
Definition of ripple
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  • The bag is crafted with 100 percent cotton and features the brand’s signature quilted texture that feels soft to the touch.
    — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2025
  • Typically, the type of toilet paper that creates these problems is thick, multi-ply, or quilted toilet paper.
    — Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2025
Definition of quilt
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  • This summer, the fashion set is gravitating towards more versatile and creative options, ranging from midi skirts to crisp Bermuda shorts.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 19 July 2026
  • Remove the foil and let roast for an additional 5 minutes to crisp up the skin.
    — Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 12 July 2026
Definition of crisp
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  • The 13 Going on 30 star wore overalls embroidered with her nickname—Jen—layering them over a white tank and tying a red bandana around her neck.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 20 July 2026
  • Her custom Fausto Puglisi for Roberto Cavalli bodysuit was hand-embroidered with more than 200,000 crystals in hot pink, orange and citrine, a process that took 120 hours.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 19 July 2026
Definition of embroider

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