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noun

ˈwī(-ə)r How to pronounce wire (audio)
Definition of wirenext
as in cable
a length of braided, flexible material that is used for tying or connecting things a telephone wire

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verb

as in to cord

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Recent Examples of wire
Noun
The already wire-thin line between mother and owner threatens to snap as the saga rages on, and still, Corsini calmly invites you to circle his story’s chaotic cage from every possible angle. — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 24 July 2026 Lack of protection from abrasion could expose wires, increasing the risk of a short circuit. — Julia Gomez, USA Today, 24 July 2026
Verb
Duty bound here, the station man wired Shawmut’s request to Omaha, 675 railroad miles away. — Eric Moskowitz, The Atlantic, 31 May 2026 That hormones shape our moods and feelings, wire our brains and guide numerous, diverse processes throughout the body means that the practice of endocrinology is not based around any particular organ. — Literary Hub, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for wire
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wire
  1. cable
  2. cord
  3. rope
  4. strap
  5. thread
  6. tie
Noun
  • American officials do it every day, from committee rooms and cable studios.
    — Aaron Kaplowitz, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026
  • Lightweight embedded stainless steel cables, meanwhile, make the straps slash-resistant.
    — Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 26 July 2026
Definition of cable
Verb
  • Settings and controls Many electric or corded heating pads come with some type of temperature control, either through a remote or on the pad.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
  • Electric snow blowers are corded and good for clearing light to moderate snow off patios, porches, walkways, and small-to-medium-size driveways.
    — Christina Cush, Architectural Digest, 20 Feb. 2026
Definition of cord
Noun
  • Omega got the better of Kevin and then hit a wild sunset flip powerbomb from the top rope.
    — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • If the truck and the Walkman were metaphorical beacons, a modest gold, rope necklace and Jeff Kent’s mustache were concealed anchors even when in plain sight.
    — Jose de Jesus Ortiz, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026
Definition of rope
Verb
  • Members of the TreeCircus crew will help participants strap into the rope system and teach them how to climb using only the power of their own body.
    — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026
  • Outside Delhi, a 32-year-old garment maker identified as Lalita says her factory now requires everyone to strap a GoPro camera to their heads at the start of each shift.
    — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 1 July 2026
Definition of strap
Verb
  • As Sourcing Journal has been reporting, artificial intelligence is threading through nearly all of these investments, though rarely as a standalone product.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 17 July 2026
  • Loosely Wrapped Over a Pair of Fluid Trousers Pleated pants, a striped button-up shirt, and summer-ready accessories elevate to a whole new level with Chan Luu’s cashmere and silk scarf threaded through the belt loops.
    — Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 16 July 2026
Definition of thread
Verb
  • After Saturday’s 7-2 loss to the San Diego Padres, the Marlins tied a franchise record with 11 straight losses.
    — Tyler M. Carmona, Miami Herald, 26 July 2026
  • His game-tying two-run home run in the bottom of the ninth inning of Game 1 of the World Series is the greatest moment in the history of the franchise.
    — Mac Engel July 26, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 July 2026
Definition of tie

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“Wire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wire. Accessed 30 Jul. 2026.

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