weave

Definition of weavenext
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as in to braid
to cause to twine about one another as they have for the past two centuries, crafters continue to weave osiers into the distinctive baskets that are the island's trademark

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as in to duck
to move suddenly aside or to and fro a van weaving through traffic with reckless speed

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Recent Examples of weave The program weaves together cryo and thermal therapy, outdoor yoga on the rocks, a Utah salt and clay body wrap and sound bowl therapy. Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2026 Sports fans, theater lovers, and nightlife seekers can weave effortlessly through Daikin Park, Alley Theatre, and the Houston Symphony, with local bars like Angel Share offering creative cocktails and a friendly vibe. Carrie Honaker, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026 The film also incorporates Elsa Peretti Bone Cuff designs in platinum with pavé diamonds on Emily Blunt as well as T by Tiffany sunglasses on Meryl Streep, weaving the brand into multiple wardrobe moments. Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 1 May 2026 Archaeologists found that the site’s foragers had crafted small huts from brushwood, weaving them into dome-like structures enclosing a central hearth. Literary Hub, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for weave
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  • In early 2025, Consumer Reports published a first-of-its-kind investigation into synthetic braiding hair, testing ten of the most popular products on the market and finding toxic heavy metals and carcinogens in nearly all of them.
    Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 11 May 2026
  • The latter, in particular, braids the bittersweet melodies of anorak-sporting vintage twee with ear-bleeding country-grunge that evokes Meat Puppets’ heaviest squalls.
    Colin Joyce, Pitchfork, 1 May 2026
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  • Environmentalists are rejecting California’s implementation of its landmark single-use plastic law taking, claiming regulators inserted loopholes favoring the plastic industry.
    Susanne Rust Follow, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
  • In his stead, Hynes has inserted Daemon Hunt into the lineup for the first two games of the Colorado series.
    Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 7 May 2026
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  • The audio journalism winner was the staff of the podcast Pablo Torre Finds Out, which investigated how the Los Angeles Clippers basketball organization seemingly ducked the NBA salary cap rule by paying its star forward, Kawhi Leonard, extra money via an endorsement deal.
    Neda Ulaby, NPR, 4 May 2026
  • At one point, Griffin appears to lunge at Manetta, who evades him by ducking behind a column on the platform.
    Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 1 May 2026
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  • Gutierrez recommended twisting the barrel adjuster next to the brake handles counter-clockwise and tightening the neighboring stopper bolt, which will increase tension with the tire’s brake cable.
    Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 8 May 2026
  • In this retiree state with much smarts and experience but sorely values-twisted by years of lopsided Republican rule under Govs.
    Letters to the Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 May 2026
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  • Guests to the 79th edition will find, on the sixth floor of the Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic, a sweeping, 3,770-square-foot suite decorated to conjure up the atmosphere of a Riviera view, with shades of sky blue mixed with white.
    Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
  • Another option is to mix matcha powder in your favorite frosting or cheesecake recipe.
    Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 12 May 2026
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  • Steyer also dodged questions about financing the idea at Tuesday’s rally.
    Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
  • Becerra was ripped apart throughout the two-hour CNN debate, primarily by his Democratic rivals, who accused him of dodging questions about his stance on single-payer healthcare, falling short as a Biden Cabinet secretary and accepting a campaign donation from Chevron.
    Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
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  • Known for blending athleticism with entertainment, the game will include one of the biggest performances the league has ever seen, bringing together all six teams, along with its signature on-field showmanship from first pitch to final out.
    Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 12 May 2026
  • The result is a travel category that blends science, culture and slow tourism.
    Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 12 May 2026
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  • In the regular season, Pannek, Taylor Heise, Grace Zumwinkle, Kendall Coyne Schofield and Britta Curl-Salemme combined for 65 goals — more than Toronto, New York and Seattle scored all season.
    Hailey Salvian, New York Times, 13 May 2026
  • For balanced nutrition, combining both, like sprinkling almonds on oatmeal, offers the best of both worlds.
    Brianna Tobritzhofer, Health, 12 May 2026

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“Weave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weave. Accessed 14 May. 2026.

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