as in weaved
to twist together into a usually confused mass
the extension cords were hopelessly knotted together
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Recent Examples of knotted
Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2025
And who wouldn’t smile while swinging the extended knotted handle of the Raffia Bag from their hand?
—Irene Richardson, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
The capsule collection, which was inspired by ripe summer fruits, features sculptural sandals, a knotted pouch in mint sorbet, and an assortment of glossy fruit charms, including a strawberry, cherry, grapes and apple.
—Denni Hu, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Plus, the polished knotted strap and gold hardware instantly make the shoes a solid addition to office outfits and GNO looks alike.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 22 Apr. 2025
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The dress features a simple figure-hugging mermaid silhouette with a high neckline and puts your back on display with knotted detailing.
—Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2025
And who wouldn’t smile while swinging the extended knotted handle of the Raffia Bag from their hand?
—Irene Richardson, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
The capsule collection, which was inspired by ripe summer fruits, features sculptural sandals, a knotted pouch in mint sorbet, and an assortment of glossy fruit charms, including a strawberry, cherry, grapes and apple.
—Denni Hu, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Plus, the polished knotted strap and gold hardware instantly make the shoes a solid addition to office outfits and GNO looks alike.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for knotted
Adjective
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This gives the roots a knotty appearance from which its common name is derived.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
9 July 2025
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United’s midfield is a knotty situation that may require two signings, but budgets may only stretch to one player.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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Since 2019, OpenAI has methodically shifted power away from its nonprofit parent organization into a tangled web of business deals and investor relationships.—
Orson Aguilar,
Mercury News,
10 July 2025
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Ecosystems persist below the concrete and above it, creating a tangled, messy, vibrant example of cohabitation.—
Krista Langlois,
Smithsonian Magazine,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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The vastness of the canyon, with its jagged edges and rushing rivers.—
Shelby Slade,
AZCentral.com,
16 July 2025
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Major stock indexes continued their jagged descent downward in morning trading Tuesday after tumbling Monday.—
Tobias Burns,
The Hill,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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As with old wood blooming hydrangeas, remove broken or spindly limbs at the main stem.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
19 July 2025
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The vehicle was still in drive, and had front-end impact damage and a broken driver’s side window and was missing a piece of its roof.—
Julia Bonavita , Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
19 July 2025
Adjective
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Bruner theorizes the worms and their eggs are being moved through contaminated soil, mulch and compost.—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
16 July 2025
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During a flood, avoid floodwaters and move to higher ground immediately; after a flood, avoid contaminated water and wait for authorities to declare the area safe.—
Mariyam Muhammad,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
16 July 2025
Adjective
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Following a bumpy drive to this glamping sanctuary overlooking the majestic Achla Beach, you’re greeted by the friendly staff, clad in their own T-shirts and flip flops, immediately setting the tone for the casual atmosphere of the place.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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His grandfather still lives there, down a bumpy path off Rua da Minhoteira.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
6 July 2025
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“Knotted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knotted. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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