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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
Hannah Sacks, People.com, 10 June 2025
One wedding before that, Swift opted for a blue floral lace Erdem midi dress for Jack Antonoff and Margaret Qualley’s intimate New Jersey wedding in August 2023.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 7 June 2025
Rachel Flynn, People.com, 9 June 2025
Her public plea adds another voice to the chorus hoping to see Lee lace up her boots once more.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
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Noun
Stella could be seen wearing a black tank top with pink lace, which matched the black and pink streaks in her blonde hair.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 10 June 2025
One wedding before that, Swift opted for a blue floral lace Erdem midi dress for Jack Antonoff and Margaret Qualley’s intimate New Jersey wedding in August 2023.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 7 June 2025
Verb
The matching column skirt draped to the floor, while the back of the top had an exaggerated corset that laced up.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 9 June 2025
Her public plea adds another voice to the chorus hoping to see Lee lace up her boots once more.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lace
Noun
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NBCUniversal got out of the cable sports game, but could use more year-round programming.—
John Cassillo,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Speaking of ratings, the 2024 BET Awards claimed bragging rights as the No. 1 cable awards show, drawing more than 3 million viewers, according to Nielsen — and its highest viewership in the coveted 18-49 demographic in five years.—
Gail Mitchell,
Billboard,
9 June 2025
Noun
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Ortega did not walk the red carpet in Wednesday's trademark pigtail braids, but instead wore her hair parted to the side and styled in soft curls at the ends, with her bangs shaped and sculpted into a perfect twirly little swoop atop her forehead.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
2 June 2025
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Here’s what tariffs mean for braids and wigs Roblox’s hit farm game spurs underground digital fruit economy 49ers expand reach in European soccer, buy majority stake of Glasgow club Rangers Larry Magid is a tech journalist and internet safety activist.—
Larry Magid,
Mercury News,
29 May 2025
Verb
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In weaving together these stories, Cuffy explores the varying shapes that grief, belief, and belonging can take.—Erin McMullen Buy Now: O Sinners!—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
6 June 2025
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Stone cut and wove plastic mats, industrial carpeting, and everyday fabrics into strange yet hypnotic composites for the floors and walls.—
Hannah Martin,
Architectural Digest,
6 June 2025
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Making kimchi starts with salting vegetables to draw out moisture, then seasoning them and packing them into airtight jars or containers.—
Lauren Manaker MS,
Health,
11 June 2025
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Even with chains on the truck’s tires, the driving is slow, the road yet to be sufficiently plowed and salted.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2025
Verb
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The flames that licked through the football fields and tennis courts at Pali High devoured touchstones of an iconic campus—featured in films like Carrie and Freaky Friday.—
Simmone Shah,
Time,
5 June 2025
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Besides, Angela already got her lick back from Porsha’s comments about Charles by instigating the already precarious relationship between Porsha and her bestie and bringing Drew the news that Porsha filmed with Dennis.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
2 June 2025
Verb
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Then there are the special releases, including an aquavit flavored like an everything bagel and a vodka filtered through quartz.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
6 June 2025
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Sea to land To separate the sea courses from the land courses, Bost serves a surprise palate cleanser, a dish of orgeat (almond flavored) ice cream topped with N25 Kaluga caviar, almond oil and shavings of aged celery root.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 June 2025
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Perry’s 10th playoff goal this season cut the Panthers lead to 4-2.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
15 June 2025
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Other options include raising payroll taxes, cutting benefits for future recipients, or a combination of all three.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 June 2025
Noun
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Allow to cool completely on wire rack to room temperature.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 June 2025
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This pendant light is steel-forged and includes a sloped-ceiling adaptor and a down rod to disguise unsightly wires.—
Maria Conti,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 June 2025
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“Lace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lace. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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