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as in clusters
a number of things considered as a unit
from the summit we could see knots of houses up and down the river valley
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as in swellings
a small rounded mass of swollen tissue
felt a small knot on the back of his head
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as in links
a uniting or binding force or influence
their business partnership is strengthened by the knot of personal friendship
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as in groupings
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
knots of people were quietly chatting around the meeting hall
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as in problems
something that requires thought and skill for resolution
the situation involved so many legal knots that we decided to get a lawyer
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as in tangles
to twist together into a usually confused mass
the extension cords were hopelessly knotted together
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Recent Examples of knots
Nicholas Rice, PEOPLE, 1 Nov. 2025
Spend a weekend taking sailing lessons, and learn how to hoist a sail, tie some knots, and guide a boat across the water.
—Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2025
Air in the 80×120 section can reach speeds of up to 100 knots, while the smaller 40×80 tunnel can reach speeds of up to 300 knots.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2025
Those spirits were awakened by several methods, from burying the packet in the ground, to tying macrame-like knots onto the parcels, to driving nails into the amulet—all to fulfill the requests of Congolese practitioners.
—Essence, 29 Oct. 2025
Winds would be strongest on Wednesday afternoon, before weakening to tropical-storm-force conditions of 40 knots (46 mph) on Wednesday night into Thursday morning.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
Surface winds are 58 mph (50 knots) or greater in a thunderstorm.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Oct. 2025
Paul had braiders as part of his 50-person hairstyling crew, who helped to create cornrows, bantu knots, and more on some of the models, actors, and dancers who walked as part of this section.
—Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2025
Breaks up knots in a few minutes daily.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 29 Sep. 2025
Noun
The flights, the outlet reported, are 20 minutes long, with speeds of up to 55 knots and a weight limit of 200 lbs.
—Nicholas Rice, PEOPLE, 1 Nov. 2025
Spend a weekend taking sailing lessons, and learn how to hoist a sail, tie some knots, and guide a boat across the water.
—Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2025
Air in the 80×120 section can reach speeds of up to 100 knots, while the smaller 40×80 tunnel can reach speeds of up to 300 knots.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2025
Those spirits were awakened by several methods, from burying the packet in the ground, to tying macrame-like knots onto the parcels, to driving nails into the amulet—all to fulfill the requests of Congolese practitioners.
—Essence, 29 Oct. 2025
Winds would be strongest on Wednesday afternoon, before weakening to tropical-storm-force conditions of 40 knots (46 mph) on Wednesday night into Thursday morning.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
Surface winds are 58 mph (50 knots) or greater in a thunderstorm.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Oct. 2025
Paul had braiders as part of his 50-person hairstyling crew, who helped to create cornrows, bantu knots, and more on some of the models, actors, and dancers who walked as part of this section.
—Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2025
Breaks up knots in a few minutes daily.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
Verb
Stories like these usually lurch from one contrivance and complication to the next, but Chad Powers knots itself into a genuinely thorny conflict by the finale.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 29 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knots
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Whether decked out in clusters of large spherical blossoms or enchanting lacecap flowers, there’s a perfect hydrangea for nearly every yard—whether drenched in sun or cloaked in shade—and every gardener's personality.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
5 Nov. 2025
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Scrolling social feeds reveals a relentless parade of fireplace mantels draped in plaid and velvet, clusters of vintage nutcrackers beneath dark-wood shelves, and tablescapes positively roaring with holiday maximalism.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
4 Nov. 2025
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Infection is rapid, causing swellings in the lymph nodes (buboes) and leading to septicaemia and pulmonary infection.—
Matthew Binnicker,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Boyu’s links in China is likely to have been a winning factor in Starbucks’s view.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
4 Nov. 2025
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However, StyleCaster may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
3 Nov. 2025
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Nov. 2025
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Nix was uneven, seemingly out of sync with Payton and the personnel groupings.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
27 Oct. 2025
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As well as visibility of the northern lights, strong geomagnetic storms can also cause problems with technology, such as fluctations in the power grid and interference with satellites, which can affect GPS.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Plus, in his first weeks of discussions with the union’s staff, Astin became more aware of problems involving auditions and casting directors.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
6 Nov. 2025
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Each garment, which is rich in detail, is produced by hand in small batches at their atelier in Bombay.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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With 40 grind settings and a 300 gram bean hopper, this electric grinder is capable of handling grinding for larger batches.—
Jack Byram,
Architectural Digest,
7 Nov. 2025
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He is viewed as a superb talent and a very coachable player, which leads to thinking that he will be better served by staying in Pittsburgh, working with the NHL staff and taking his lumps.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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Gradually whisk in warm chicken stock until no lumps remain; stir in andouille sausage, okra, and bay leaf.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
31 Oct. 2025
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Snider navigates the complex intersections of addiction with class, sexuality, masculinity, and family bonds with skilled generosity in this powerful fourth collection.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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In Baahubali, a legendary warrior emerges from humble beginnings to challenge powerful forces threatening his homeland, as ancient prophecies and family bonds shape his journey.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
2 Nov. 2025
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“Knots.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knots. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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