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as in twisted
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 interspersed
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 licked
to strike repeatedly
laced the seaman's back with the cat-o'-nine-tails
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as in diluted
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 laced
Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 26 Jan. 2026
Bally said in an expletive-laced recording.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 26 Nov. 2025
Unlike his predecessor, who played the Doctor as somewhat straight-laced, Troughton brought some flair to the Time Lord, with a scruffier appearance and more eccentric disposition.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 23 Nov. 2025
And are eight days removed from expletive-laced chants from their supporters’ group and calls for coach Phil Neville’s immediate dismissal.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Oct. 2025
Both styles come pre-laced with flat cotton shoelaces with round polyester laces included as an alternate option.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
During the trial, after Cardi took the stand to deliver her testimony, several of her impassioned exchanges with the plaintiff's lawyer, Ron Rosen Janfaza, went viral due to her unfiltered, expletive-laced responses and animated expressions, including eye rolls and shrugs.
—Charna Flam, People.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Nearby, along an entrance to Highway 101, a separate barrier was tagged with an expletive-laced anti-Israel message referencing the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement, along with additional swastikas scattered throughout the area.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Twenty-two years ago, Curtis turned in some of her best work as a sassy rocker teenager trapped in the body of her strait-laced mom, and revisiting that concept is more than enough reason to launch a sequel.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 5 Aug. 2025
Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 31 Jan. 2026
Although officials initially raised the possibility that the marijuana had been laced with a hallucinogenic substance, months later, Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office Investigator Jeff Ferry told NBC affiliate KXAN that testing didn't detect any other substances.
—Brian Brant, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Both Clausen and Bird give cautiously tender performances laced with mounting dread and sorrow.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
Prosecutors allege Richins poisoned her husband with a cocktail laced with illicit fentanyl while the couple was celebrating at their home in March 2022.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 27 Jan. 2026
The spacecraft saw an arching filament made from entwined magnetic fields carrying plasma and connected to a cross-shaped region of magnetic activity laced with more magnetic field lines.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 26 Jan. 2026
And there’s fabulous hiking and skiing on offer in the national park, a huge expanse of tundra and boulder fields laced with silver rivers over which sea eagles can often be seen, swooping low.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 22 Jan. 2026
Keep their hands moisturized, unbothered, and thriving through the rest of winter with Nonfiction's hand cream, which features shea butter, sweet almond, and vitamin E, and comes laced with pleasant cardamom and bergamot scent.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 21 Jan. 2026
In an interview with the New York Times, Velázquez laced into Mamdani’s involvement in other races.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 16 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Bautista’s straight-laced, laconic James is a family man first seen underwater training Navy SEALs how to hold their breath.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 26 Jan. 2026
Bally said in an expletive-laced recording.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 26 Nov. 2025
Unlike his predecessor, who played the Doctor as somewhat straight-laced, Troughton brought some flair to the Time Lord, with a scruffier appearance and more eccentric disposition.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 23 Nov. 2025
And are eight days removed from expletive-laced chants from their supporters’ group and calls for coach Phil Neville’s immediate dismissal.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Oct. 2025
Both styles come pre-laced with flat cotton shoelaces with round polyester laces included as an alternate option.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
During the trial, after Cardi took the stand to deliver her testimony, several of her impassioned exchanges with the plaintiff's lawyer, Ron Rosen Janfaza, went viral due to her unfiltered, expletive-laced responses and animated expressions, including eye rolls and shrugs.
—Charna Flam, People.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Nearby, along an entrance to Highway 101, a separate barrier was tagged with an expletive-laced anti-Israel message referencing the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement, along with additional swastikas scattered throughout the area.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Twenty-two years ago, Curtis turned in some of her best work as a sassy rocker teenager trapped in the body of her strait-laced mom, and revisiting that concept is more than enough reason to launch a sequel.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 5 Aug. 2025
Verb
Caution and fear, laced with anguish, must inform every decision.
—Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 31 Jan. 2026
Although officials initially raised the possibility that the marijuana had been laced with a hallucinogenic substance, months later, Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office Investigator Jeff Ferry told NBC affiliate KXAN that testing didn't detect any other substances.
—Brian Brant, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Both Clausen and Bird give cautiously tender performances laced with mounting dread and sorrow.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
Prosecutors allege Richins poisoned her husband with a cocktail laced with illicit fentanyl while the couple was celebrating at their home in March 2022.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 27 Jan. 2026
The spacecraft saw an arching filament made from entwined magnetic fields carrying plasma and connected to a cross-shaped region of magnetic activity laced with more magnetic field lines.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 26 Jan. 2026
And there’s fabulous hiking and skiing on offer in the national park, a huge expanse of tundra and boulder fields laced with silver rivers over which sea eagles can often be seen, swooping low.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 22 Jan. 2026
Keep their hands moisturized, unbothered, and thriving through the rest of winter with Nonfiction's hand cream, which features shea butter, sweet almond, and vitamin E, and comes laced with pleasant cardamom and bergamot scent.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 21 Jan. 2026
In an interview with the New York Times, Velázquez laced into Mamdani’s involvement in other races.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 16 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for laced
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Costume designer Lissy Turner drapes Parsons in flowy layers and embroidered velvet, conveying everything the audience needs to know about this woman and her kooky, open-minded beliefs.—
Katie Rife,
IndieWire,
24 Jan. 2026
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For farmhouse flair, look to the retailer’s range of sweet, embroidered florals and wallpaper-esque prints.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
20 Jan. 2026
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Hairstylist Bryce Scarlett pulled it back from her face and twisted it into a low updo with tiny, delicate curling tendrils on either side of the star's face, allowing the gown to shine from the front but adding beautiful detail at the back.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
6 Feb. 2026
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This corona gets all twisted up with magnetic fields, building up tension until, boom, a flare lets it all out.—
Paul Sutter,
Space.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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The opposite wall of the store features long shelves with Glassman’s collection of vintage glass, decorative dishes and bowls, interspersed with new merchandise.—
Emily M. Olson,
Hartford Courant,
4 Feb. 2026
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This period isn’t bereft of opportunity, but it’s interspersed with learning experiences at the hands of people who still haven’t done any self-mastery work.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
31 Jan. 2026
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Just hours before Saturday morning’s Shabbat service, flames and smoke licked through the synagogue, destroying at least two Torahs and many prayer books.—
Bracey Harris,
NBC news,
14 Jan. 2026
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When asked by director Marina Zenovich if there was a time when Chase walked away from his mother and stepfather and never saw them again, Chase pretended to swat a fly on his forehead, then licked his fingers as if eating the imaginary bug.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
2 Jan. 2026
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The croissant crust was buttery and flaky, the apples soft and spiced, and the caramel tied it all together.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Feb. 2026
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After sending the cheeseheads packing with the biggest playoff comeback in franchise history, Ben Johnson spiced up the rivalry with some salty language.—
Jori Parys,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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With enough snow and sleet, the salt is diluted and cannot inhibit freezing.—
Julia James,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Feb. 2026
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While vinegar and lemon juice work, they should be diluted with water before being used to treat hard water stains.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Details like eyelash fringing, subtle embroidery, and embossed velvet designs are an easy way to dress up a mundane sectional or lackluster white couch.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
20 Jan. 2026
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The embossed texture and rich chocolate color of these Avec Les Filles pants give them a very luxe appearance when paired with a neutral turtleneck or classic sweater.—
Nneya Richards,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Jan. 2026
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Her choice of accessories included a gold choker braided with pink gemstones, which further added a touch of gothic romanticism to her look.—
Pamela Vázquez,
Glamour,
2 Feb. 2026
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Native to Central and South America, money trees are popular houseplants with glossy green leaves and slender trunks, which are often braided for aesthetics.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Laced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laced. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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