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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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For cable users, Dexter: Resurrection Episode 3 will begin on Showtime on Sunday, August 10 at 8 p.m. ET/PT.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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One company will house the production and streaming assets, while the other, laden with debt, will grapple with steering the cable networks into the future.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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His chub nose, full black cheeks that match his belly, long braids, wide eyes — finally in front of me.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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To end the week, however, Justine Skye brought us all back to the present, with her sultry makeup and trending Boho braids.—
Essence,
Essence,
11 Aug. 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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Everyone else, and that includes nickel cornerback Mike Hilton, is on shaky footing because of their camp performance, inexperience of the unit, and what might become available on the waiver wire and in free agency.—
Omar Kelly
August 15,
Miami Herald,
15 Aug. 2025
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In all likelihood, at least one kicker from the other 10 teams will be released or hit the waiver wire leading up to the cut deadline.—
Mike Kaye
August 14,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Another picture of the model lounging recalls a memorable photo of the designer sprawled across her bed, which features a curved sunburst pattern, in a room swathed in florals, lace, and a leopard print rug.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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It’s adorned with flutter sleeves and subtle Swiss-dot pom-poms, plus darling eyelet lace and crochet detailing à la Reese Witherspoon and Miranda Kerr.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
13 Aug. 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 20 Aug. 2025.
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