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Definition of knittingnext
as in sewing

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verb

present participle of knit
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as in rippling

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as in crocheting

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Recent Examples of knitting
Noun
This arm-knitting technique is especially appealing for beginners, and the resulting oversized texture will look warm and welcoming draped over a sofa or chair. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 27 Sep. 2026 Attendees can enjoy photo opportunities, knitting marathons, a book club, Easter egg hunt, dancing, trivia and more, with dozens of local businesses to join in. — Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 22 Sep. 2026 The Irish Examiner spoke with a young crafter who described cooking alongside knitting and crochet as some of her most mindful time, because the activities require her full attention. — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2026 Irish Examiner spoke with a young crafter who described cooking alongside knitting and crochet as some of her most mindful time because the activities require her full attention. — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for knitting
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knitting
  1. sewing
  2. rippling
  3. embroidering
  4. stitching
  5. contracting
  6. repair
  7. ruffling
  8. healing
Noun
  • In the back rooms, Rana teaches mathematics for free, alongside women running secret lessons in English and computer skills under cover of sewing and beadwork.
    — Mark Sappenfield, Christian Science Monitor, 9 Oct. 2026
  • After his best friend died of AIDS, activist Cleve Jones channeled his grief into a sewing project that became the AIDS Memorial Quilt.
    — René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of sewing
Verb
  • On Facebook, Lee’s account displayed a picture of the young Chinese man from behind, rippling shoulders framed in a weight lifter’s tank top.
    — Eamon Javers, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Located within the Coyote Buttes North permit area near the Utah border, its rippling sandstone formations can only be visited with a permit.
    — Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of rippling
Verb
  • In his letter to Hawley, Manfred said that rule was collectively bargained with the MLB Players Association and prohibits players from writing, attaching, affixing, embroidering or otherwise displaying messages on apparel or playing equipment.
    — Dan Zaksheske, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026
  • The touchscreen allows for easy controls and lets users visually preview the design before embroidering starts.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 25 May 2026
Definition of embroidering
Noun
  • But most special editions, like the previous Untamed of 2022, amounted to little more than exclusive paintwork and interior stitching.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Pieces are reworked with crystal details, lace, embroidery, cargo pockets, wing graphics, patches, faux leather and True Religion’s signature stitching.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of stitching
Verb
  • Nelson authored Assembly Bill 2019, carried by Assemblymember Cottie Petrie-Norris, which established a state goal of awarding at least 25% of procurement and contracting opportunities to small businesses and microbusinesses.
    — Nicole Buss October 8, Sacbee.com, 8 Oct. 2026
  • At least 50 health workers have died after contracting the virus.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of contracting
Noun
  • Think of it as a delivery service that carries copper where the skin can use it to support repair, collagen production, and antioxidant activity.
    — Mickey Williams, Flow Space, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Her friends covered the repair costs, knowing the family could not afford it.
    — Catherine Ellis, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of repair
Verb
  • Or maybe Pitt simply wanted to get his Jack London on, traipsing throughout gorgeous natural terrain and ruffling his co-star’s fur in between fending off feral wolves and navigating impromptu whitewater rafting trips sans the raft.
    — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Plus, Jackson spent much of the campaign railing against the status quo, ruffling GOP establishment feathers along the way.
    — Adam Beam, AJC.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of ruffling
Noun
  • Still, people of all ages should continue to be offered education and safe spaces for healing, Layden said.
    — Kate Perez, Chicago Tribune, 9 Oct. 2026
  • During the run of the exhibition, Maravilla will activate the commission via weekly sound baths, an essential component of his practice, which looks at the intersections between art and healing.
    — Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of healing

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“Knitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knitting. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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