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noun

ˈthred How to pronounce thread (audio)
Definition of threadnext
1
as in fiber
a thin, flexible structure that resembles a hair the unwary bug was snared in the sticky threads of the spider's web

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as in clothing
threads plural covering for the human body a number of people at the prom complimented me on my "nice threads"

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thread

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verb

1
as in to weave
to scatter or set here and there among other things this history book threads excerpts from the diaries of pioneer women into its account of the settlement of the West

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as in to string
to put together into a series by means of or as if by means of a thread the reporter threaded his newspaper articles about the basketball team into a book that was essentially a chronicle of their championship season

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Recent Examples of thread
Noun
In all the stories across both timelines, Dinner said there’s a common thread about memories and how they can be manipulated, and that exploring it was part of the appeal of the new season — not just for the audience, but for the director. — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 3 July 2026 The Digital Thread Will Become More Action-Oriented The digital thread will move beyond providing insight to coordinating action. — John Clemons, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Verb
Within a minute, Vinícius threaded the ball right to Endrick as part of a counterattack, but the teen phenom sent his shot wide. — Doha Madani, NBC news, 5 July 2026 Nick Moon put Boise on the scoresheet in the 22nd minute, threading a wormburner through the box and into the Knoxville (9-2-3) net. — Idaho Statesman, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for thread
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thread
  1. fiber
  2. clothing
  3. weave
  4. string
  5. wire
  6. wear
  7. insert
  8. filament
Noun
  • Tips for a Balanced Breakfast Protein can help balance a rise in blood sugar levels, while fiber can help contribute to protein’s ability to promote satiety and feelings of fullness.
    — Verywell Health, Verywell Health, 5 July 2026
  • During this curing stage, chemical reactions harden the resin and lock the fibers together into a strong, lightweight structure.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 5 July 2026
Definition of fiber
Noun
  • Surveillance cameras captured a person dressed in dark clothing on a nearby roof overlooking the courtyard less than ten minutes before the killing, prosecutors said in charging documents.
    — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • The same goes for discovering petite-friendly clothing brands with styles that not only fit, but also flatter shorter frames.
    — Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2026
Definition of clothing
Verb
  • Police continue to investigate why the driver was weaving and drove into the pole, Becchina said.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026
  • Residents complained about teenagers popping wheelies through shopping centers, blowing stop signs, weaving around pedestrians and treating greenways like race courses.
    — Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026
Definition of weave
Verb
  • Students set up tents and information tables and strung large banners around an outdoor amphitheater at the center of campus.
    — Katie Moore, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2026
  • Our backyards become little restaurants, strung with lights and softened with linen tablecloths, and our rooftops become cocktail parties and dance halls.
    — Jamila Robinson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 June 2026
Definition of string
Noun
  • That includes arranging seat belts into place and manipulating small fastenings; working with delicate parts like hoses, wires, carpets and trim panels and supervising technology on the floor.
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
  • There were four vehicles involved in the crash, and a utility pole with communication wires was down, said Jennifer Middleton, a Los Angeles Fire Department spokeswoman.
    — City News Service, Daily News, 6 July 2026
Definition of wire
Noun
  • Looking at natural wear patterns that were etched into denim over time can help teams develop denim that fits the current desire to recreate looks from past decades.
    — Footwear News, Footwear News, 10 July 2026
  • This woven crossbody has a similar look to Aniston’s, plus a glossy finish that’s easy to wipe clean — a practical perk for everyday wear and travel.
    — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026
Definition of wear
Verb
  • The launch materials are full of claymation selfies, custom postcards, and pets inserted into famous paintings.
    — Gabriel Alin Zainescu, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • Unlike conventional launches that depend on nearby naval vessels or coastal infrastructure, the new method allows crews to insert an uncrewed boat directly into contested or hard-to-reach waters.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 8 July 2026
Definition of insert
Noun
  • Its structure is best seen through long exposure photography, which will help reveal the dusty filaments and chaotic cosmic clouds that form the nebula.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 2 July 2026
  • One of the more interesting additions is Bambu’s new filament-track switch system, which sits between the AMS and the printer’s dual-nozzle filament paths.
    — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 28 June 2026
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