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as in aligning
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as in surrounding
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Recent Examples of lining
Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 11 Feb. 2026
The fuss-free shoes feature anti-slip rubber soles and a breathable inner lining for all-day comfort.
—Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 9 Feb. 2026
Wax paper is a wonderful option for lining cake pans or baking dishes, wrapping foods, or keeping kitchen surfaces clean.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
At the end, the Irish singer, long an outspoken activist, pulled open his leather jacket to reveal a stars-and-stripes lining.
—Jon Bream, Boston Herald, 8 Feb. 2026
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Noun
Most colorectal cancers start as a growth, known as polyps, on the inner lining of the colon or rectum.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 11 Feb. 2026
The fuss-free shoes feature anti-slip rubber soles and a breathable inner lining for all-day comfort.
—Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 9 Feb. 2026
Wax paper is a wonderful option for lining cake pans or baking dishes, wrapping foods, or keeping kitchen surfaces clean.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
At the end, the Irish singer, long an outspoken activist, pulled open his leather jacket to reveal a stars-and-stripes lining.
—Jon Bream, Boston Herald, 8 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lining
Noun
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The system is designed to handle complex, flexible warehouse tasks such as picking, box handling, packing, and inspection—areas that have traditionally relied on human labor.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Feb. 2026
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Best Sneaker and Walking Shoe Deals One of my biggest packing struggles is choosing between a durable workout sneaker for all-day comfort or a sleeker pair that can work for brunch or dinner.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Among her duties is evaluating new business models and programming opportunities, while leading on financial governance and aligning international teams with standards across the business.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
10 Feb. 2026
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Try aligning the main color of your outfit with the main color of the shoe, creating a touch of contrast via the toe cap (and your accessories), or do exactly the opposite, coordinating the toe cap with your dress.—
Tatiana Ojea,
Vogue,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The family of four often traveled domestically to new places together, drove short distances to visit family and frequented amusement parks – but all of that has come to a pause in the height of uncertainty surrounding immigration operations throughout the state.—
Alisha Ebrahimji,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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The pedestrian was not identified and police did not immediately have any information about the circumstances surrounding the death.—
Austen Erblat,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
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The students were tasked with creating one-off pieces expressing the dynamism of the fabric and the structural qualities of interlinings, in an effort to combine both innovation and vision.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Sep. 2019
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Additionally, our cellular shades can trap air and help maintain interior temperatures, while Roman shades and drapery can be outfitted with a cotton flannel interlining designed to improve insulation and make homes more energy-efficient.—
Orange County Register,
Orange County Register,
30 Mar. 2017
Verb
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Also new were the designer’s first jersey pieces, with draping departing from the rear and enclosing the shoulders, open on the midriff and sculpted around the hips.—
Alex Wynne,
Footwear News,
29 Jan. 2026
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And while the fence enclosing the yard is made of vinyl — which is flammable — the five-foot section closest to the house is a metal gate.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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The most graphic pieces incorporate up to 300 different patchwork elements, imitating traditional quilting motifs.—
Alex Wynne,
Footwear News,
9 Feb. 2026
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Pursuing Education The benefits of new learning don't stop at quilting and photography.—
Amanda Gardner,
Martha Stewart,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The rehaut features deep-blue Tambour markings and modern numerals on a crisp white background, encircling a 24-hour GMT scale at a lower level.—
Thor Svaboe,
Robb Report,
2 Feb. 2026
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America’s most powerful military assets have now convened in the Middle East, encircling Iran and preparing to strike it from land, air, and sea.—
Karim Sadjadpour,
The Atlantic,
31 Jan. 2026
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Jacob Trouba, Alex Killorn and Ross Johnston also scored as the resurgent Ducks built a 4-0 cushion before fending off a late Seattle push.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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But the dealer altered the paperwork to make it 84 months, leaving a cushion to inject add-ons into the deal without the customer’s knowledge.—
Dave Lieber,
Dallas Morning News,
4 Feb. 2026
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“Lining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lining. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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