as in suturing
to close up with a series of interlacing stitches
the doctor stitched the wound so adroitly that the scar was barely visible after the stitches were removed
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Recent Examples of stitching
Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
Durable, multi-row stitching ensures this hat will last for years, even with constant use.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Plus, its thread-free design prevents claws from getting hooked in the stitching.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2025
Ahead of part two’s premiere, Universal Studios recently shared a first-look video stitching together scenes from the Wicked sequel with commentary from the cast.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 20 Aug. 2025
Inside, you’re greeted with red stitching, sport buckets and a smart layout both looks and style-wise.
—Josh Max, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Chestnut brown stitching appears throughout the assortment as a symbol of Bloom Farm’s commitment to the regenerative process.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 18 Aug. 2025
But the subtle contrast stitching detail along the neckline and sleeves is what sets this simple dress apart from other styles.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2025
But even when those voice-overs tended to burst at the seams, the stitching remained intact.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 15 Aug. 2025
Gay Gassmann, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2025
The idea of stitching multiple hotel resort pools together into a music festival, that's so uniquely Palm Springs, the city that has more pools per capita than any city in the world.
—Steve Baltin, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Verb
The outer is covered in on-trend dark brown faux suede accented with a seam of faux leather stitching for a modern look.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
Durable, multi-row stitching ensures this hat will last for years, even with constant use.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Plus, its thread-free design prevents claws from getting hooked in the stitching.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2025
Ahead of part two’s premiere, Universal Studios recently shared a first-look video stitching together scenes from the Wicked sequel with commentary from the cast.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 20 Aug. 2025
Inside, you’re greeted with red stitching, sport buckets and a smart layout both looks and style-wise.
—Josh Max, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Chestnut brown stitching appears throughout the assortment as a symbol of Bloom Farm’s commitment to the regenerative process.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 18 Aug. 2025
But the subtle contrast stitching detail along the neckline and sleeves is what sets this simple dress apart from other styles.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2025
But even when those voice-overs tended to burst at the seams, the stitching remained intact.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 15 Aug. 2025
Noun
The main issue was stitching all those smaller spaces into one cohesive whole.
—Gay Gassmann, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2025
The idea of stitching multiple hotel resort pools together into a music festival, that's so uniquely Palm Springs, the city that has more pools per capita than any city in the world.
—Steve Baltin, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stitching
Noun
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The girls pitch in by sewing clothes, doing extra chores and farm work, and juggling multiple responsibilities.—
Kelly Martinez,
EW.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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The community conversations brought new ideas for the space, such as adding a welding shop, wood shop, costume and sewing shop, and a media room, Gonzalez-Jaime said.—
Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Aug. 2025
Verb
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One option for repairing the elevated freeway includes removing a portion of it between the Marquette Interchange and the Hoan Bridge, according to the resolutions, and instead building surface streets.—
Erik S. Hanley,
jsonline.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, Sumpter’s husband has discovered that the Nipple Nurture Balm is just as effective at soothing and repairing dry, cracked lips.—
Essence,
Essence,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Highland facility will become a hub for Milliken’s technical textile weaving and knitting operations in the region.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Sep. 2025
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Learning new skills—rock climbing, knitting, chess—can buffer against cognitive decline.—
Alexandra Moe,
The Atlantic,
24 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Apple’s repair staff in the European Union were required to complete training for the tech by the end of last week, suggesting some markets may be about to move over.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
8 Sep. 2025
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Another shopper mentioned using one as a magnetic flashlight during car repairs, snapping to metal on the car’s chassis for hands-free illumination right where it’s needed.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Already common in wound healing and orthopedics, PRFG is becoming a leading option in beauty treatments for skin rejuvenation, scar repair, and structural regeneration.—
Stephan Rabimov,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Others expressed their concern about the healing process.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Sturdy box-quilt stitching ensures the comforter’s filling remains evenly distributed, even through cycles in the washer and dryer.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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Working quickly, use a silicone spatula or fork to gently fold the egg toward the edge of the skillet opposite the handle and cover the goat cheese filling.—
Jeremiah Langhorne,
Saveur,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The 59-year-old supermodel stepped out in March with husband Rande Gerber to attend the closing night of their daughter Kaia Gerber’s play Evanston Salt Costs Climbing in Los Angeles.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The acquisition is still subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approval.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Like an official letterhead that graces the top of old-school paper correspondence, or a signature at the end of a legal contract, a sealing carried the authority of the sealer, affirmed their identity, or verified a transaction.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 Aug. 2025
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This refers to the vacuum-sealing process the food undergoes before cooking.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
19 Aug. 2025
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“Stitching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stitching. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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