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as in weaving
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 mixing
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 licking
to strike repeatedly
laced the seaman's back with the cat-o'-nine-tails
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as in diluting
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 lacing
New Atlas, 12 May 2025
The intricate lacing system is enclosed and features white accents.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 22 May 2025
Loop eyelets are also used for the lacing rather than the more traditional eyestay panel used previously.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 16 May 2025
But, as a heads-up, shoppers say the shoes’ small loops can make the lacing process a little tricky.
—Sarah Felbin, SELF, 11 Apr. 2025
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Noun
There’s an old-school charm to the bike, enhanced by features like a black leather tank strap with laced edge, and a leather seat valance with lacing and tassels.
—New Atlas, 12 May 2025
The intricate lacing system is enclosed and features white accents.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 22 May 2025
Loop eyelets are also used for the lacing rather than the more traditional eyestay panel used previously.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 16 May 2025
But, as a heads-up, shoppers say the shoes’ small loops can make the lacing process a little tricky.
—Sarah Felbin, SELF, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lacing
Noun
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Although Paramount’s cable networks have received little public attention throughout the deal approval process, this is a huge area ready for restructuring.—
Howard Homonoff,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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That followed Comcast’s move to spin off NBCUniversal’s cable networks into a standalone public company called Versante — a transaction which is is well underway and should be completed by year end.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
28 July 2025
Noun
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Evidence of production wear include fraying at the butt, loose braids, and scuffing from stunt use nearly half a century ago.—
India Brown,
Robb Report,
22 July 2025
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For Comme des Garçons, braids of various sizes snaked down models’ fronts after cascading from under hats.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
8 July 2025
Verb
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Craft is the connective tissue of our history, weaving itself through each iteration and enabling new players to interpret it in novel ways.—
Bill Connolly,
Rolling Stone,
30 Dec. 2024
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But police must notice a primary violation, such as speeding or weaving across lanes, to cite motorists for violating the cellphone law.—
David A. Lieb,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Jared Harris is the best movie John ever, licking his lips and sucking his teeth; Aidan Quinn is the best movie Paul.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
5 Apr. 2025
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Boston, Cleveland, and New York are licking their chops, ready to feast on a Bucks team missing its point guard, its bench leader, and its identity.—
Brian Sampson,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Luckily, Pattinson manages to keep things buoyant without diluting the late-capitalism metaphors or the melancholy existentialism.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
6 Mar. 2025
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But the migration of once theatrical only entries to streaming services has taken its toll on the movie box office, diluting interest in the awards gala.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Jenny and Chris Harmon’s house caught on fire last year when construction workers rebuilding a home on the lot next door used a backhoe to knock down a tree, ripping the electrical wires off the couple’s home.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
3 Aug. 2025
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None of our modern green screens and volume technology can compete with the simple magic of watching Christopher Reeve fly through the sky on those invisible wires — or switch effortlessly between Clark Kent and Superman just through posture and syntax.—
Devan Coggan,
EW.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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Unlike the original costume, the lace detailing features white and silver gemstones across the hem, with intricate designs on her hips and on the straps.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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His usual gear for a skating session: a tank top, shorts, his favorite roller blades with rainbow laces and headphones covered with Ziploc bags.—
Morgan Severson,
CNN Money,
30 July 2025
Verb
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The sketch recalled Billy Crystal’s annual tradition of starting the Oscars by digitally inserting himself into scenes from the nominees.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
13 Mar. 2025
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After inserting a quarter, simply pull on the tether holding your cart to the cart behind to release yours.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Lacing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lacing. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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