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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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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
Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 1 Aug. 2025
As the discussion shifted, actress and model Eva Marcille picked up the thread of disruption, reminding the audience that challenging norms starts from within.
—Oumou Fofana, Essence, 1 Aug. 2025
Ruth Jessen Hickman, Health, 23 July 2025
The power switch surrounds the shutter release, which is threaded to accept a standard release cable or a soft release button.
—PC Magazine, 23 July 2025
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Noun
That thread is field-level data, which enables brands and growers to work in tandem to drive a resilient and genuinely responsible textile future.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 1 Aug. 2025
As the discussion shifted, actress and model Eva Marcille picked up the thread of disruption, reminding the audience that challenging norms starts from within.
—Oumou Fofana, Essence, 1 Aug. 2025
Verb
Instead, doctors use a long, thin tube (called a catheter) threaded through a blood vessel in your arm, leg, or groin.
—Ruth Jessen Hickman, Health, 23 July 2025
The power switch surrounds the shutter release, which is threaded to accept a standard release cable or a soft release button.
—PC Magazine, 23 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thread
Noun
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Apples are a good source of fiber (one medium-sized apple contains 4.8 grams of fiber), which supports digestion, weight management, and overall health.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
12 Aug. 2025
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One of the most essential rug maintenance rituals is vacuuming high-traffic areas twice a week and using repetitive, slow, and deliberate passes to keep the fibers fresh.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Highlights include free services and giveaways including groceries, diapers, backpacks, clothing, haircuts and more.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Aug. 2025
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Barriers to aid Government assistance like FEMA and nonprofit aid groups like Salvation Army and Samaritan’s Purse have been the lifeline for Texas flood victims left in need of clothing, food and housing.—
Diego Mendoza,
CNN Money,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Subsequent seasons have taken advantage of that knowledge by weaving together those effective facets as longer (most over 40 minutes now) episodes.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Aug. 2025
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Classic but bold with just the right amount of tradition and passion woven in.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
4 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Her debut presentation, staged around a vintage dentist’s chair, featured silver or gold-plated molars strung into necklaces and bracelets with colorful enameled links, or worn as earrings set with semiprecious stones.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
4 Aug. 2025
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The Sox strung seven consecutive hits together while scoring seven runs in the inning, which included three-run home runs by Miguel Vargas and Edgar Quero.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
30 July 2025
Noun
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Everyone else, and that includes nickel cornerback Mike Hilton, is on shaky footing because of their camp performance, inexperience of the unit, and what might become available on the waiver wire and in free agency.—
Omar Kelly
August 15,
Miami Herald,
15 Aug. 2025
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In all likelihood, at least one kicker from the other 10 teams will be released or hit the waiver wire leading up to the cut deadline.—
Mike Kaye
August 14,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Aug. 2025
Verb
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These systems also enforce best practices by inserting up-to-date clauses around borrower accountability, citizenship status and financial covenants.—
Adam Craig,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Trump is even inserting himself peronally in the narrative now, accusing JPMorgan Chase of dumping him as a customer following his first term in office.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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At these wavelengths, filaments appear dark against the bright solar disk.—
Ryan French,
Space.com,
22 July 2025
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In the photo, the orange-brown tiers represent stardust, while small patches represent seemingly vacant zones that indicate the presence of dense foreground filaments of dust that are home to still-forming stars, astronomers said.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
11 July 2025
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These sporty-looking split-hem pants can seamlessly transition from travel wear to workwear.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Aug. 2025
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Some groups may reap more advantages than others from this type of fitness wear.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Thread.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thread. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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