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Recent Examples of knit
By knitting together the array of right-wing blocs in Italy, critics say, Meloni may unleash forces that her nation and Europe as a whole have long fought to keep in check.
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Massimo Calabresi, Time, 24 July 2025
Crochet is perfect for summer, thanks to its breezy knit that works on or off the beach.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 24 July 2025
Cardigans, caps, and knits echo front-porch socials and bike rides down Sea View Avenue, where sun and saltwater kiss the hems of heirloom style.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 23 July 2025
It’s made from two layers of super-fine fabric that are knit together for a comfy, lightweight feel with just the right amount of support.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 14 July 2025
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Massimo Calabresi, Time, 24 July 2025
Crochet is perfect for summer, thanks to its breezy knit that works on or off the beach.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 24 July 2025
Cardigans, caps, and knits echo front-porch socials and bike rides down Sea View Avenue, where sun and saltwater kiss the hems of heirloom style.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 23 July 2025
It’s made from two layers of super-fine fabric that are knit together for a comfy, lightweight feel with just the right amount of support.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 14 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for knit
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Behind her, the bed was neatly made, and an A.C. unit ruffled the leaves of a plant that hung off her armoire.—
Holden Seidlitz,
New Yorker,
5 Aug. 2025
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Zuckerberg’s aggressive poaching strategy has ruffled some feathers in the AI world.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
4 Aug. 2025
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Mary remembered her son as someone who was full of life and loved to crochet.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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The Prayer Shawl Ministry, for anyone who enjoys knitting or crocheting, is looking for folks who enjoy making prayer shawls and squares, baby blankets and hats to minister to others.—
Carin Schoppmeyer,
Arkansas Online,
27 July 2025
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The panorama was taken with Perseverance's Mastcam-Z instrument and depicts a rippling surface nearby as well as hills in the distance some 40 miles (65 kilometers) away from the rover.—
Brett Tingley,
Space.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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These mistakes can ripple outward, influencing business decisions, investor strategies or even public policy.—
D. Brian Blank,
The Conversation,
5 Aug. 2025
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Constructed from 100 percent cotton, the weekender is soft yet durable, with Vera Bradley’s signature quilted texture that’s as snuggly as your favorite blanket.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
14 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 air fryer is a kitchen appliance that works for everything from crisping up veggies to baking muffins, all with less oil and mess than traditional cooking methods, like pan-frying.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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For even more staff favorites, click here. August 1 One of my favorite moves in the kitchen is crisping up shelf-stable gnocchi and serving it in a simple sauce, like in this Crispy Gnocchi With Sausage and Peas or this sheet-pan style one.—
The Bon Appétit Staff,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 Aug. 2025
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It was covered in red velvet, with gold initials embroidered on front.—
Kate Weinberg
July 30,
Literary Hub,
30 July 2025
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Stormi's jacket, mini skirt and bag were all embroidered with the exclusive company's signature crosses and silver attachments.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
29 July 2025
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“Knit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knit. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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