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as in twisting
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 mixing
to scatter or set here and there among other things
a political commentator who slyly weaves lies into the truth
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Recent Examples of weaving
Patrick Dundon, JSTOR Daily, 9 Apr. 2026
The mopeds and similar modes of transportation have become notorious in Boston, often weaving through traffic and lining up outside of popular takeout spots.
—Matt Schooley, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
Months later, traffic is still weaving through cones at the site.
—Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 6 Apr. 2026
In Foini village the Dio Dio Collective organizes chair-weaving workshops, part of efforts to document and revive the island's furniture-making heritage.
—Selina Denman, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
His sympathetic patter also gives Guirgis an opportunity to start weaving in the character’s politics.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 31 Mar. 2026
Look for ways to add joy to your life, whether that looks like taking more breaks or weaving artistry into your to-do list.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 30 Mar. 2026
Concertmaster Erin Keefe’s violin playing acted as the voice of Scheherazade in the work, weaving a tale with life-or-death urgency.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026
The film unfolds on an elite engineering campus, weaving together zombie horror, youth comedy and social satire.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
The poem tells the story of the seduction of a sixteen-year-old girl by the watermonster, a mythical figure, weaving together themes of place, identity, trauma, and transformation.
—Patrick Dundon, JSTOR Daily, 9 Apr. 2026
The mopeds and similar modes of transportation have become notorious in Boston, often weaving through traffic and lining up outside of popular takeout spots.
—Matt Schooley, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
Months later, traffic is still weaving through cones at the site.
—Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 6 Apr. 2026
In Foini village the Dio Dio Collective organizes chair-weaving workshops, part of efforts to document and revive the island's furniture-making heritage.
—Selina Denman, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
His sympathetic patter also gives Guirgis an opportunity to start weaving in the character’s politics.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 31 Mar. 2026
Look for ways to add joy to your life, whether that looks like taking more breaks or weaving artistry into your to-do list.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 30 Mar. 2026
Concertmaster Erin Keefe’s violin playing acted as the voice of Scheherazade in the work, weaving a tale with life-or-death urgency.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026
The film unfolds on an elite engineering campus, weaving together zombie horror, youth comedy and social satire.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weaving
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Chapin said Tokyo’s narrow and winding streets, often crowded with right-handed cars driving on the left side of the road, will present a fresh test for its AI technology, but that Nuro’s systems are designed to adapt and respond in real time.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Hosch, 67, went for a hike on part of the Appalachian Trail, a winding path that extends almost 2,200 miles through 14 states.—
Elissa Jorgensen,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Mar. 2026
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Borgli has nasty fun with that pressure (an obnoxious photographer, played by Zoë Winters, is a highlight), before really twisting the knife with Emma’s big admission.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
3 Apr. 2026
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The latest to join the ranks is nicotinamide mononucleotide—or NMN—a slightly tongue-twisting name that’s been popping up everywhere, especially within celebrity circles.—
Alex Vance,
SELF,
31 Mar. 2026
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The studio — microphones and a mixing board hooked up to a computer — is on the first floor of McIntire’s home.—
Allen G. Breed,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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Yes, mixing highlights and lowlights can give brunette hair a range of shades.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
4 Apr. 2026
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Investors ducking for cover in the rocky market are turning to low volatility funds.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
27 Mar. 2026
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As the sun falls, Johnny Leach steps out of his Brooklyn apartment and onto the wet street before ducking into the subway station.—
Jenna Thompson
March 27,
Kansas City Star,
27 Mar. 2026
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This particular view of our host galaxy doesn't look directly towards the core, but rather into one of its spiral arms, where countless deep-space objects areshining against the blackness of space.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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When Radu steals €18,000 from Pavel’s office, relationships and ambitions spiral out of control.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
8 Apr. 2026
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Last year, Consumer Reports conducted a study that found carcinogens, a substance that can increase the risk of cancer, in 10 popular synthetic braiding hair brands.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 Apr. 2026
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It was founded by Maeve Heim, who grew up working in her mother’s African braiding salon.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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All terrain wheels and five point safety harnesses, combining easy maneuverability with safety and stability for everyday use.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Red Hawk Park, located at 2600 SW Old Port Road, is home to a multi-sport court combining tennis, pickleball and a half basketball court.—
Janice Phelan,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
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The Nosferatu actor has been masterfully dodging questions about the franchise since.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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Wright is not the first attorney to accuse Brooks of dodging legal bills in a matter involving the Moore cousins.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Weaving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weaving. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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