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
Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025
The update promised clarity and focus by stripping away leather stitching, felt, and other textures in favor of flat colors, thin fonts, and translucent panes.
—Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
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
Clearly, the sheer convenience of jumping around from NBC, CBS, ABC and Fox as opposed to the Frankenstein-style stitching together of a schedule on various streamers, still makes broadcast TV attractive and a big player.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
The Jaron’s clean lines and subtle stitching give it a timeless look, while its reclining feature adds everyday practicality.
—Zoë Sessums, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025
It’s crafted with 100 percent cotton and has a rustic, timeless look thanks to stylish accents like contrast stitching, large chest pockets, a collar neck, and a front-button closure.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 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
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 response, naturally, is to acquire a superior version of it—which the Armoury’s created with its Valley Vest, which is made from 100% wool pile and marked by more refined single-needle stitching (and just as importantly, is logo-free).
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025
The update promised clarity and focus by stripping away leather stitching, felt, and other textures in favor of flat colors, thin fonts, and translucent panes.
—Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
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
Clearly, the sheer convenience of jumping around from NBC, CBS, ABC and Fox as opposed to the Frankenstein-style stitching together of a schedule on various streamers, still makes broadcast TV attractive and a big player.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
The Jaron’s clean lines and subtle stitching give it a timeless look, while its reclining feature adds everyday practicality.
—Zoë Sessums, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025
It’s crafted with 100 percent cotton and has a rustic, timeless look thanks to stylish accents like contrast stitching, large chest pockets, a collar neck, and a front-button closure.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 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
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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While materials are sourced globally from Japan, India, England, and across Europe, all tailoring is completed at Lardini, with certain specialized tasks such as sewing jackets handled by a sister company.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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But there’s another golden thread SoCal left in Pynchon’s sewing kit.—
John Lopez,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Sep. 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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One of the latest episode on his YouTube channel SciShow is all about knitting, and how science is elevating the lowly craft to a place of actual importance.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
11 Sep. 2025
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Near work is any activity involving focusing on objects close to you, like reading, writing, using a smartphone, or doing detailed crafts like knitting or sewing.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
10 Sep. 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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Through healing spaces rooted in rites of passage, fatherhood circles, and creative expression, Cooper is reframing mental health care as joyful, community-centered, and culturally resonant.—
Afdhel Aziz,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The union even organized racial healing circles to bring together pre- and post-storm educators.—
Aubri Juhasz,
NPR,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Topped with slices of baguette and plenty of cheese, this classic soup is hearty and filling.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
11 Sep. 2025
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Its grid stitch looks elegant while preventing the stuffing from bunching up, and it’s made of 100% cotton with a polyester filling that is helpful for people with allergies.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Successful as a top set-up reliever for Clase the past two seasons, Smith has struggled mightily in his closing opportunities.—
Bernie Pleskoff,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Three of every 10 Chicago schools sit at least half-empty, and closing or merging them remains a political third rail.—
Mila Koumpilova,
ProPublica,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The New York Times filed its letter July 30, urging the judge overseeing the estate to unseal the reports, saying they were designated as confidential without any justification for the sealing.—
Julie K. Brown Miami Herald,
Arkansas Online,
7 Sep. 2025
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Herbert threw for 318 yards and three touchdowns while rushing for 35 yards, including a 19-yard, game-sealing scramble just before the two-minute warning.—
Jesse Newell,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Stitching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stitching. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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