weaves

Definition of weavesnext
present tense third-person singular of weave
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as in twists
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 ducks
to move suddenly aside or to and fro a van weaving through traffic with reckless speed

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Recent Examples of weaves Lockwood takes different noises—from volcanic activity in Hawaii to spring peepers near the Mississippi River, crows around Essex, and hydroacoustic signals in the Tasman Sea—and weaves a tapestry in constant flux. Joshua Minsoo Kim, Pitchfork, 28 Apr. 2026 Dolan dissects his estrangement from his mother after forty years of attempts at peace, and weaves in research and reportage about child abuse and trauma. Literary Hub, 28 Apr. 2026 As their connection deepens, the story weaves together Tova’s grief, a young man searching for his past and a mystery that gradually brings their lives together in an unexpected way. Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 27 Apr. 2026 The series intricately weaves personal stories with broader cultural and political narratives, demonstrating the power of art and activism, and has already garnered significant acclaim, making its way into educational curricula. Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026 Textured paper, rhythmic canvases, and woolen weaves subtly adorn the walls without detracting from the meadow and orchard views or the architectural presence. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026 Jest, by James Sherman, is a delightful Jewish-American story that weaves together vibrant traditions, sizzling chemistry, and joyous celebrations into a warm-hearted theatrical treat, according to a news release. Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026 Kurtsie is small enough to walk under Bakari’s legs and frequently weaves between them — a sight that draws smiles from guests passing through the overlook. Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2026 Bike the Tammany Trace Originally constructed as a corridor for the Illinois Central Railroad, the Tammany Trace is a 31-mile-long hike-and-bike trail that weaves through downtown Covington, Abita Springs, Mandeville, Lacombe, and Slidell. Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
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  • Cruise the 17-mile Pumpkinvine Nature Trail, which twists and turns to resemble a pumpkin vine.
    Sarah Miller, Midwest Living, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Protein folding is the process by which the chain twists into a precise three-dimensional shape, and that final shape determines what the protein actually does.
    Gerald Bradshaw, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
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  • Templeton intersperses these pictures with fragments from her teen diaries.
    Hua Hsu, New Yorker, 13 Dec. 2025
  • Greengrass intersperses those blistering moments with scenes of firefighters and other authorities talking about how to deal with the fire and filling in plot points away from the action.
    Brian Truitt, USA Today, 2 Oct. 2025
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  • In the video, the subject ducks his head in the opposite direction of the doorbell camera.
    Michael Ruiz , Adam Sabes , Christina Dugan Ramirez , Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Julia Bonavita , Peter D'Abrosca , Alexandra Koch , Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 3 Feb. 2026
  • The sun ducks down and sets Conejo Mountain against warm pinks and purples, transforming the ridgeline into an epic silhouette.
    Brian Hamilton, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
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  • His death gives shape to the plot, which braids together the police investigation with relevant flashbacks.
    Judy Berman, Time, 26 Feb. 2026
  • Fischer skillfully braids the three stories together, situating them in an atmosphere of creative ferment and reckless churn.
    Michael O’Donnell, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
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  • The CoStar analysis combines data for all apartment bedroom configurations to determine its overall rent and occupancy statistics.
    Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 3 May 2026
  • Breakthrough from genetic genealogy In 2025, the case was reopened using investigative genetic genealogy, a method that combines DNA analysis and family tree research to help identify unidentified individuals, the Albuquerque Police Department reported.
    Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 3 May 2026
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  • If someone dodges details, slow down and repeat the key request.
    Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Continue reading … VETTING FAILURE — Far-left firebrand dodges questions over hiring bodyguard with criminal history.
    , FOXNews.com, 20 Mar. 2026
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  • As their connection grows, the narrative intertwines Tova’s grief with a young man’s search for his origins and a mystery that gradually links their lives.
    Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
  • The family story that intertwines for centuries with this land, this place, is researched and discovered in the writing, and so not lost, yet the land itself is largely lost, to industry, exploitation, greed.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 Apr. 2026
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  • Hosted by Airbnb superhost Ashley, the Tetonia saloon mixes an old-timey look with modern amenities such as a gas fireplace, pool table and barbecue grill.
    Hali Smith May 3, Idaho Statesman, 3 May 2026
  • Just like traditional spinach dip, the recipe mixes together spinach, sour cream, and chives to achieve that cool, onion flavor with a kick.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 May 2026

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