Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for needlewomen
Noun
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Sewing machines whirr and seamstresses work 8- to 12-hour days, weaving together American flags.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
12 June 2026 -
Once a design is ready, the team’s seamstresses patiently cut and sew each piece of clothing.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
30 May 2026
Noun
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As a result, Porter, which sends its sewage to Chesterton’s water treatment plant, pays a higher price because of the extra water leaking into the sewers.—
Jim Woods,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2026
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This results in blockage and causes overflow in the sewers and cause a plumbing nightmare.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
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And in the future, Mimi’s hopes to partner with neighboring small businesses, hold classes for more advanced stitchers and even throw Bachelor watch parties.—
Julianna Chen,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
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At the game in June, the Mets provided the group with event space where the knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers, needle pointers, sewers and embroiderers could connect with each other.—
Rebecca Tauber,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Needlewomen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/needlewomen. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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