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Definition of quiltingnext
as in lining

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verb

present participle of quilt
as in knitting

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Recent Examples of quilting
Noun
For artists like Kim Brownell, there’s no need to pick a lane between traditional and modern quilting. — Tania Azhang, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2026 And then there’s the use of fibers like raffia, which is turned into clothing using techniques like lace-making, applique and quilting. — CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2026 The new center has space for exhibits, oral history initiatives, artist residencies, community quilting projects, public speaker series and other programming. — ABC News, 15 Sep. 2026 Audiences learn about bootlegging during Prohibition, the Underground Railroad and quilting and what that has meant for the Black community and the Black church specifically. — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for quilting
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quilting
  1. lining
  2. embroidering
  3. packing
  4. cushion
  5. interlining
Noun
  • Frangeš’s great-grandson, Christopher, the current owner, told us the watch escaped Nazi occupation inside the lining of a coat.
    — Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 13 Nov. 2026
  • Yogurt Yogurt is rich in probiotics that strengthen the gut lining and prevent inflammatory compounds from entering the bloodstream.
    — Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of lining
Verb
  • In his letter to Hawley, Manfred said that rule was collectively bargained with the MLB Players Association and prohibits players from writing, attaching, affixing, embroidering or otherwise displaying messages on apparel or playing equipment.
    — Dan Zaksheske, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026
  • The touchscreen allows for easy controls and lets users visually preview the design before embroidering starts.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 25 May 2026
Definition of embroidering
Noun
  • In several local contests, the elections were also a crushing blow for the rising domestic surveillance industry, as voters sent automatic license plate reader (ALPR) companies like Flock Safety packing.
    — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Pairing a crossbody bag with your carry-on is a great way to maximize your packing space while avoiding excess baggage fees.
    — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of packing
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  • The television special offered a glimpse of the conversation pit, now done up with dark maroon carpet and a navy sofa with white cushions.
    — Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Higher income may also help cushion bond-price declines when market rates rise.
    — Sean Conlon,Hugh Leask,Lee Ying Shan,Ananya Chetia, CNBC, 9 Nov. 2026
Definition of cushion
Noun
  • Room darkening or blackout lining will often give you the most structure and, in some cases, an additional interlining is added to improve the tailored look of the drape of the fabric.
    — Heather Bien, Southern Living, 16 July 2026
  • The French interlining firm shared plans to cut carbon dioxide emissions by 46 percent by 2030, as the nucleus of the plan centers around reducing the company’s carbon footprint.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
Definition of interlining

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