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quilting

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verb

present participle of quilt

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Recent Examples of quilting
Noun
The quilting detail ensures the filling stays evenly distributed throughout the topper, without bunching or shifting over time. Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026 Ambrose loves the sensual, tactile elements of quilting and experimentation. Sandra Guzman, USA Today, 4 May 2026 At The Studios, members can enjoy hands-on crafting events highlighting local traditions like woodworking and quilting. Megan Dubois, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2026 Its shape, especially when rendered in the house’s iconic matelassé 3D quilting, gives the bag its richly textured, dimensional appeal. Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for quilting
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quilting
Noun
  • Visitors began seeing signs of damage to the new lining in the following days.
    Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026
  • Since the makeover, the pool has been fraught with problems, from runaway algae growth to dead ducks and a torn lining.
    Gary Fields, Chicago Tribune, 26 June 2026
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
Noun
  • With life spent largely on transit, navigating tight layovers, and using their days off to jet-set across the globe, flight attendants have mastered the art of packing.
    Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026
  • Merchandise was displayed in or atop packing crates and upended barrels.
    Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2026
Noun
  • Full-back massage seat cushion with deep-kneading massage nodes, adjustable heat, vibration and customizable intensity turns any chair into a relaxation destination.
    ABC News, ABC News, 2 July 2026
  • Pairing him with Maxey, Philadelphia has two of the conference’s most dynamic players, while also giving Embiid a cushion to try and get his body right throughout the regular season.
    Tony Jones, New York Times, 2 July 2026
Noun
  • 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
  • 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

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“Quilting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quilting. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.

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