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Recent Examples of knitting
Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
And knitting meant clumsily looping a strand of acrylic yarn onto the tip of a bamboo needle, groaning, then handing the project to my mother for help.
—Literary Hub, 14 Apr. 2026
While waiting for repairs, visitors can enjoy a knitting lesson.
—Nicole Comstock, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
Activities such as knitting, drawing, writing or playing a musical instrument all engage different parts of the brain.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 6 Apr. 2026
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Noun
Walking, cooking, knitting, baking — these are activities that cost almost nothing and deliver both physical and mental health benefits.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
And knitting meant clumsily looping a strand of acrylic yarn onto the tip of a bamboo needle, groaning, then handing the project to my mother for help.
—Literary Hub, 14 Apr. 2026
While waiting for repairs, visitors can enjoy a knitting lesson.
—Nicole Comstock, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
Activities such as knitting, drawing, writing or playing a musical instrument all engage different parts of the brain.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 6 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for knitting
Noun
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Practical Treasures That sewing kit sitting on the closet shelf might have your dream find in it.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
28 Apr. 2026
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Yiltem Apparel is an apparel manufacturer that provides planning, cutting, printing, sewing, washing, packaging and shipping services.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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She was fascinated by the difference in speed between human activity and, say, a stone striking water, rippling outwards.—
Joshua Minsoo Kim,
Pitchfork,
28 Apr. 2026
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Still, the massive damage to heavy industry is rippling through the economy.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2026
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Their sleek, minimalist design is easy to style with a range of spring looks, while the color accent and the unique stitching on the laces add fun details.—
Madeline Merinuk,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
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This elevated sweatshirt is durable enough to withstand the wear and tear of even the busiest travel days, thanks to its sturdy stitching and premium fleece lining.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The lips are pursed and air is forced out of the lungs by contracting the core muscles.—
Matt Parrott,
Arkansas Online,
26 Apr. 2026
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In November 2024, Councilmembers Monica Rodriguez and Bob Blumenfield introduced a motion calling for the city to explore bypassing LAHSA and contracting directly with service providers, citing concerns about fragmentation and accountability.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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The tax increase proposed by Measure TT would generate $44 million annually through 2028 and $22 million annually after that, according to city estimates, with the money going toward basic services like 911 emergency response, street and sidewalk repairs, fire protection and parks.—
Sandra McDonald,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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But even the city's ability to help at Ford City Condos is limited, officials said, because of the old age of the elevators, years of deferred maintenance, delays in getting parts, and difficulty finding a repair company because of the association's past non-payment.—
Megan De Mar,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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At times, Musk’s avoidance tactics shut down lines of questioning, ruffling Savitt’s feathers.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
30 Apr. 2026
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Below, during a conversation with THR, Cronin also discusses his unique ability to deliver gore without ruffling the MPA’s feathers.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Apr. 2026
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Has Alec been embroidering the truth?—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
21 Nov. 2025
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Hawley and a team of craftspeople worked across the globe embroidering, aging and tinting the costumes for the film.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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The entry point was the healing process of generational trauma.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
4 May 2026
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Many people have turned a living room or office into a temporary bedroom to avoid stairs while healing.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
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“Knitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knitting. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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