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as in cable
a length of braided, flexible material that is used for tying or connecting things
I had to replace the lace of my shoe because it kept breaking whenever I pulled the knot too tight
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as in to weave
to cause to twine about one another
the gardener laced the shoots of ivy around the trellis to direct their growth
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as in to salt
to scatter or set here and there among other things
the decorator laced small mirrors among the knickknacks for added effect
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as in to lick
to strike repeatedly
laced the seaman's back with the cat-o'-nine-tails
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as in to cut
to alter (something) for the worse with the addition of foreign or lower-grade substances
animal control fed the bear food laced with a sedative
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Recent Examples of lace
Ana Serrano, Glamour, 27 Oct. 2025
When styled in the lookbook (on fellow Vogue World attendee Emma Chamberlain, nonetheless), the white lace skirt-and-top pair was styled with nude underpinnings.
—Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2025
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Oct. 2025
Pull up a small chair or bench A petite wooden and leather bench serves as a spot to lace up and remove shoes while also offering hidden storage.
—Amanda Sims, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Over the weekend, the actor attended the premiere of her film, The Chronology of Water, in Los Angeles wearing a burgundy lace dress by Rhea Costa with matching tights layered underneath.
—Ana Serrano, Glamour, 27 Oct. 2025
When styled in the lookbook (on fellow Vogue World attendee Emma Chamberlain, nonetheless), the white lace skirt-and-top pair was styled with nude underpinnings.
—Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2025
Verb
Aknvas also chose a light and bright wash for mini dresses, with exaggerated ruffles and lacing details.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Oct. 2025
Pull up a small chair or bench A petite wooden and leather bench serves as a spot to lace up and remove shoes while also offering hidden storage.
—Amanda Sims, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lace
Noun
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According to the survey, active news consumers tended to be older, left-leaning viewers of cable news.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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The model comes with two batteries, charging cable, carry case and clear user manual, and is available for US$1,099.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
26 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The teen, who wowed fans onstage during her mother’s Cowboy Carter tour, wore her hair in curly, blonde braids.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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Ashanti posted an image of her posing in a two-piece bikini and braids in Barbados, proudly showing off her postpartum curves.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Both directors have observed stan-worthy deep dives on social media, especially in TikTok videos, where fans are combing through moments of foreshadowing or character details that the filmmakers weaved into the story with love.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
28 Oct. 2025
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Construction of the gown weaved intricate embroidery with crystal embellishments, articulating sensuality and a regal presence.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Or for dessert, serve them with ice cream (salted caramel and butter pecan are favorites).—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
20 Oct. 2025
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Into a large bowl, sift the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt through a sieve and set aside.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Collins is no doubt licking his chops studying tape of another Patriots rookie, left guard Jared Wilson, who allowed two sacks last weekend.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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Soon, orange-red flames began to lick the wall and the roof’s open eaves.—
Ingfei Chen,
New Yorker,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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These are still a delicious and useful way to flavor dishes or use as a garnish.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
26 Oct. 2025
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Typically flavored with anise, orange zest, and orange blossom water, the round loaves are traditionally adorned with pieces of dough in the shape of crossbones and are often dusted with sugar.—
Luisa Navarro,
Saveur,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Overall, the inflation data likely add fuel to expectations that the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates by another quarter percentage point at its policy meeting later this month - its second consecutive cut.—
NPR,
NPR,
25 Oct. 2025
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Superstar Shohei Ohtani launched a two-run shot to cut the lead down to 11-4, but the momentum still appeared to be on the Blue Jays' side in a raucous Rogers Centre.—
Gabe Smallson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Welcome to Sportico’s transactions wire, a weekly rundown of personnel, partnerships, products and purchases across the sports business industry.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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When an aneurysm bursts, Moore said, clamping or coiling — filling the bubble with wire — are effective treatments.—
Kaan Ozcan,
NBC news,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Lace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lace. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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