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lacings

noun

plural of lacing

as in cables

a length of braided, flexible material that is used for tying or connecting things stopped briefly to tighten the lacing on his shoe

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a length of something formed of three or more strands woven together the lacing on the uniform gives it a smart look

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Anyone who works with multiple monitors knows the pain of having cables cluttered chaotically around their desk.

— Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2026
Six active cables currently cross through the contested Strait of Hormuz, linking the Middle East to Europe, Africa and Asia, with two more cables having segments under construction in the region.

— Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 6 Nov. 2026

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Instead of channeling the Addams family through Wednesday’s braids or Morticia’s sleek, pin-straight hair, as she’s done before, Ortega opted for a ’70s ponytail that feels more in line with the trend cycle this season.

— María Diez, Glamour, 3 Nov. 2026
The details didn’t stop there, continuing into her blond wavy locks, with butterfly appliqués incorporated into two thin braids, one on each side of her head.

— Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026

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Since the advent of electricity generation, political leaders believed in the public benefits of this essential resource and that a delivery monopoly—a single set of wires to each home or business—was prudent.

— John Farrell, Time, 9 Nov. 2026
Most of the cost of generating and delivering electricity is based on large, up-front capital costs, such as the costs to build power plants, wires and transmission lines to carry that power into homes.

— Shannon Osaka, Washington Post, 6 Nov. 2026

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Next, the Alo Aspen Lace-Up Boot, which also retails for $375, introduces a winter silhouette defined by wraparound laces, a plush, textured upper and a chunky, treaded sole.

— Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026
The Hotshot is made from duraleather and real pigskin suede overlays, and per usual, your recipient won’t have to struggle to put on their shoes, thanks to the no-tie laces and slip-in design.

— Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 2 Nov. 2026

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