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as in wires
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 weaves
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 inserts
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 licks
to strike repeatedly
laced the seaman's back with the cat-o'-nine-tails
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as in loads
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 laces
Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
This shoe’s low-profile Dual Li2 dials ratchet up a snug fit, outperforming older BOA systems and even laces.
—The Editors, Outside, 28 Aug. 2025
The laces were completely ruined, not to mention the shoes.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Aug. 2025
Add the bag to a load of laundry with warm to hot water, and afterwards, hang the laces somewhere to air-dry.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 25 Aug. 2025
Featuring a padded tongue, oversized laces, and a 3D sidestripe, the design nods to Vans’ heritage while carrying SZA’s distinctive creative stamp.
—Essence, 18 Aug. 2025
The footwear trend’s high-fashion revival kicked off a few seasons ago, when Miu Miu and Bally showed extra-svelte takes on dock shoes, which are characterized by leather laces that wrap around the sides.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 5 Aug. 2025
White calfskin leather is featured all over, and noticeable double stitching accents the look; tonal laces and a creeper sole round out the set.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Noun
Featuring that familiar lacing system but takes a twist with the laces starting at the heel designed to be tied around the ankles like a pointe shoe — the shoe follows its name.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
This shoe’s low-profile Dual Li2 dials ratchet up a snug fit, outperforming older BOA systems and even laces.
—The Editors, Outside, 28 Aug. 2025
The laces were completely ruined, not to mention the shoes.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Aug. 2025
Add the bag to a load of laundry with warm to hot water, and afterwards, hang the laces somewhere to air-dry.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 25 Aug. 2025
Featuring a padded tongue, oversized laces, and a 3D sidestripe, the design nods to Vans’ heritage while carrying SZA’s distinctive creative stamp.
—Essence, 18 Aug. 2025
The footwear trend’s high-fashion revival kicked off a few seasons ago, when Miu Miu and Bally showed extra-svelte takes on dock shoes, which are characterized by leather laces that wrap around the sides.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 5 Aug. 2025
White calfskin leather is featured all over, and noticeable double stitching accents the look; tonal laces and a creeper sole round out the set.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for laces
Noun
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Unlike your conventional robotic models that rely on boundary wires, the Lymow One employs RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) and Vision AI navigation to map your lawn precisely.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 Sep. 2025
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Sensors and software installed in wires can adjust electricity flows, which can add 20 percent or more additional capacity by enabling wires to safely carry more electricity when weather conditions allow.—
Brian Deese,
Foreign Affairs,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Eli in blonde Viking braids with a purple chalice?—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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The changing image in the mirror, bald patches emerging overnight, the braids that connected to your heritage no longer being an option, and the fear of it never coming back are just a small glimpse into what someone might go through.—
Alison Mann,
SELF,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Jacir weaves in more salient archival imagery.—
Ritesh Mehta,
IndieWire,
5 Sep. 2025
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Our team keeps an eye out for summer-weight fabrics like gauzy cotton, airy linens, and waffle weaves that are designed to feel breathable.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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A little before that, McElwee inserts an extremely candid interview in which Adrian, who has just gotten out of another rehab program in Colorado, discusses his addiction problems with honesty and intelligence.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2025
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In general, the executive order inserts a layer of political control over both the announcement of new funding opportunities and the approval of individual grants.—
John Timmer,
ArsTechnica,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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When asked the question, the owl takes the lollipop and licks it three times before chomping down on its hard shell exterior and handing the stick back to the child.—
Moná Thomas,
People.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The pair is seen crawling through a wildflower field, dancing, and jumping, but also hollering at each other, brandishing knives, and at some point, Lawrence licks a window with zeal.—
Mankaprr Conteh,
Rolling Stone,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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And don't forget the mini space rover that loads into the cargo pod.—
John Mihaly,
PC Magazine,
5 Sep. 2025
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Garfield loads Hank with chummy physicality.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
29 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Collapsible organizers made from recycled fabrics or hemp help corral groceries, cables, and gear, then fold flat when not needed.—
Melanie Marshall,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Sep. 2025
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Signals generally travel effectively at two-thirds the speed of light across fiberoptic cables.—
John Seiler,
Oc Register,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Having the most would-be glamorous member of the staff drawn into thinking a photo of Josh Holloway represents her new online boyfriend twists Michael Scott–like behavior into something that feels more keyed into this specific world of small-scale media.—
Jesse Hassenger,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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The coach leaps into the game, twists like a dancer, handballs behind him.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Laces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laces. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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