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as in to ruffle
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Recent Examples of knit
For men, Moncler puffer jackets, Loewe x Suna Fujita shoulder bags and Brunello Cucinelli knits were popular.
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David Moin, WWD, 24 Dec. 2024
Self-care can look like knitting, getting a manicure—even fly-fishing.
—Sarah Felbin, SELF, 31 Dec. 2024
Huddart attributes the sensational fit to a tubular fabric knitted on a tubular loom.
—Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
This place is an American monument, the source of RCA’s pioneering broadcast systems, the radio networks that in their early days were called NBC Red and NBC Blue, the ones that knitted together American thought as never before.
—Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 17 Dec. 2024
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David Moin, WWD, 24 Dec. 2024
Self-care can look like knitting, getting a manicure—even fly-fishing.
—Sarah Felbin, SELF, 31 Dec. 2024
Huddart attributes the sensational fit to a tubular fabric knitted on a tubular loom.
—Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
This place is an American monument, the source of RCA’s pioneering broadcast systems, the radio networks that in their early days were called NBC Red and NBC Blue, the ones that knitted together American thought as never before.
—Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 17 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for knit
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His comments about the Boston Celtics ruffled Pat Riley's feathers.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
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In recent weeks, the incoming president has ruffled foreign leaders by proposing potential additions to the U.S. through the purchase of Greenland and reacquisition of the Panama Canal.Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 8 Jan. 2025
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The Step-by-Step Guide to 200 Crochet Stitches is a good option for beginners looking for step-by-step instructions on how to crochet.Christopher Murray, Fox News, 24 Oct. 2024
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For locals 50 and over, the Senior Citizen Center has square and line dancing, crocheting, billiards, and a heated indoor pool.Ashley Cusick, Southern Living, 23 Oct. 2024
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Like how sea stars impact entire food chains, leadership behaviors ripple through entire organizations, influencing morale, engagement, and productivity.Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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The emotional toll has rippled across the industry.Josh Rottenberg, Los Angeles Times, 30 Dec. 2024
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The exterior of this beautiful jacket is that of a peacoat, while quilted lining at the interior effectively blocks out cold air (a must during sightseeing excursions).Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2025
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Small-batch ceramics and upcycled quilted coats soared in popularity.Hannah Yoon, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025
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Reverse sear: This method cooks the roast slowly in a low oven and then gives it a blast of heat at the end to sear and crisp the outer crust.Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 21 Dec. 2024
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Then pat them dry (rinse first, if salted), and crisp them in a splash of oil to create a textural topping for roasted vegetables or a bowl of soup.Kendra Vaculin, Bon Appétit, 16 Dec. 2024
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But some wear black, tan or red aprons or have special symbols embroidered on them.Christine Rousselle, Fox News, 16 Jan. 2025
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Brody walked the carpet in a maroon suit and black dress shoes, while Chapman opted for a blue top embroidered with flowers and a sheer black skirt.Ariana Quihuiz, People.com, 5 Jan. 2025
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“Knit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knit. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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