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Recent Examples of knit
Under an overpass near where Interstate 30 and Central Expressway knit into a gray ceiling, Julie Hand had carved out what felt like a home.
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Chase Rogers, Dallas Morning News, 3 Feb. 2026
Tucking a cozy gray knit into pleated trousers, the singer and actress accessorized with platform peep-toe heels and oversized aviator sunnies.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 29 Jan. 2026
Johnson and Giaccio both love to read, knit, spend time with friends and get outdoors in ways other than skiing.
—Michelle Bruton, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The ribbed knit can be dressed up with a pair of heels and jewelry or down with a jacket and sneakers.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2026
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Chase Rogers, Dallas Morning News, 3 Feb. 2026
Tucking a cozy gray knit into pleated trousers, the singer and actress accessorized with platform peep-toe heels and oversized aviator sunnies.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 29 Jan. 2026
Johnson and Giaccio both love to read, knit, spend time with friends and get outdoors in ways other than skiing.
—Michelle Bruton, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The ribbed knit can be dressed up with a pair of heels and jewelry or down with a jacket and sneakers.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for knit
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Readers will remember Carano from being fired from The Mandalorian after her outspoken conservative views ruffled feathers on social media.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Feb. 2026
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The first features a pink rose, ruffled pink carnations, and yellow and white mums.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Feb. 2026
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Spot cleaning, airing, and shaking out dust can freshen crocheted items and extend the time needed between washings.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
16 Jan. 2026
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Knitting and other fiber crafts Knitting, crocheting and other fiber crafts are also gaining traction this winter, according to posts shared by social media users.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
3 Jan. 2026
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The Egg Nebula, so-named for its yolk (the star) surrounded by egg white (clouds of dust and gas), is extraordinarily dynamic, with twin beams of light punching through a series of rippling arcs.—
Stefanie Waldek,
Space.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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The fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein saga is rippling through Europe.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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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
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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
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The paper towels will help absorb grease and crisp up the bacon without overheating.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
6 Feb. 2026
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The individual packs of sous vide chicken were great for adding protein to salads or wraps, and the sous vide half chicken made for an easy weeknight dinner, requiring just a quick trip to the oven to warm through and crisp up.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Jan. 2026
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They’ll be treated to an authentic Persian breakfast, while taking in festive gowns and sets embroidered with jasmine vines rendered in leather, a Hilá signature.—
Ari Stark,
Footwear News,
11 Feb. 2026
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The football jersey featured his last name — Ocasio — embroidered on the back, and the number 64 on the front.—
Jessica Roiz,
Billboard,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Knit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knit. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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