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quilting

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verb

present participle of quilt

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Recent Examples of quilting
Noun
In Comfort or Bentley mode, the ride is expectedly genteel, the cabin poshly dressed in two-tone leather and new diamond quilting developed solely for this latest Speed variant. Robb Report Contributors, Robb Report, 26 Dec. 2025 Over the past few seasons, trend forecasting firm WGSN has observed an increase in detailed patterns, including distressed and eroded textures, historical florals and damask patterns, geometric quilting and double cloths. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 8 Dec. 2025 Different motivations keep the women of 13th Avenue quilting. Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 17 Nov. 2025 Nissan’s top-tier Pathfinder Platinum model has been upgraded to include appointments found on premium brand models including seats with a quilting pattern and 20-inch wheels. Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for quilting
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quilting
Noun
  • Arizona Suede Sandal The Arizona is one of Birkenstock’s most recognizable designs for its famous cork footbed and double buckle closure—now reimagined with sheepskin-lining for cold-weather travel or a cozy staycation.
    Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
  • Yui and Platanov spent time on final science experiments of their mission, including one by Platanov studying how the inner lining of blood vessels work to keep blood flowing in space, in order to avoid the formation of blood clots.
    Josh Dinner, Space.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Travel experts know the number one rule of packing is to wear your bulkiest pieces on the plane to make room in your suitcase.
    Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 23 Jan. 2026
  • The bag keeps its shape with the rigid bottom compartment and top zipper, designed to create a rectangular opening for easier packing.
    Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • In another, Kelly’s character polishes the massive rock on a seat cushion, then lies back to admire it.
    Rachel Garrahan, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2026
  • The spindle legs and arms give it that retro charm, and the plush cushions are comfortable.
    Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Has Alec been embroidering the truth?
    Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 21 Nov. 2025
  • Hawley and a team of craftspeople worked across the globe embroidering, aging and tinting the costumes for the film.
    Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 7 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • 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 29 Jan. 2026.

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