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Definition of seamsnext
present tense third-person singular of seam
as in files
to mark with or as if with a line or groove in fencing circles it is a mark of honor to have one's face seamed with saber cuts

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noun

plural of seam

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Recent Examples of seams
Verb
The princess seams on the front and back of the dress also add visual appeal and structure. Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026 Since the shoulder seams unfasten under pressure, the armholes can't be used as makeshift nooses, either. Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 17 Dec. 2025
Noun
Press the seams together, flip over so the seam is down, and shape gently into a ball. Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 25 Feb. 2026 French seams, which both require more materials and require more construction time than other finishing options; the seam allowance is long enough to allow the raw edge to be folded back and hidden away with tiny, invisible stitches. Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seams
Verb
  • The clerk’s inquiry is required by law after someone files a complaint, said Saul Seyler, Ada County’s elections director.
    Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 14 May 2026
  • The district attorney that prosecuted the case represents the state during this process and files briefs responding to the claims, per the handbook.
    Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 12 May 2026
Verb
  • Mobley departed with deep, visible scratches down the left side of his face, souvenirs from another street fight.
    Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 14 May 2026
  • Last, but certainly not least from the Article Memorial Day sale, the brand’s Torme desk scratches the itch for office furniture that isn’t sterile or corporate-looking.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 11 May 2026
Noun
  • Overly Elaborate Pleats Heavy, elaborate pleats can make curtains look stiff and overly formal, which is why designers are favoring simpler, more elegant pleat styles.
    Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • This reflective pet collar with built‑in AirTag holder is designed to keep tracking simple without extra attachments.
    Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 11 May 2026
  • Graduation ceremonies are tedious to any but those with the strongest ties and attachments to a graduate.
    Judith Martin, Mercury News, 4 May 2026
Verb
  • Cruz grooves onstage with the mystique of a natural rock star — this could well be her ultimate Hall of Fame moment.
    Ernesto Lechner, Rolling Stone, 15 Apr. 2026
  • Released at the top of the year, Vacancy, her third studio effort, highlights Lennox’s warm, buttery voice over the sultry grooves she’s known for.
    Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 24 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The crease-free ties are customizable for every hair type and style -- four loops for thick hair, two loops for regular ponytails or messy buns, and baby loops for braids or fine hair.
    ABC News, ABC News, 11 May 2026
  • Interior elastic loops and a mesh slip pocket keep bottles and smaller accessories secure, while the spacious 2-liter interior holds everything neatly in one place.
    Kayla Kitts, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
Noun
  • It’s also made with five foam layers that create a balanced feel, starting with a soft, quilted top layer that gives it an instantly cozy finish.
    Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
  • Look at the layers of soil and grass and measure how thick the layer of thatch is.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • There’s nothing worse than getting to your destination and finding out your travel outfits have creases.
    Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
  • Many of them are made from wrinkle-resistant fabrics or soft knits that bounce back after being packed, while others rely on flowy silhouettes and forgiving textures that don’t show creases.
    Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2026

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“Seams.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seams. Accessed 16 May. 2026.

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