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or weaved
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as in twisted
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 inserted
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 woven
Authorities say Jesus Briceno Carrillo, 31, weaved into oncoming traffic, passed cars on the shoulder, and sped past three schools during dismissal before deputies caught him on a dead‑end road.
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Doug Myers, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
The puck went wide to Makar, who weaved from below the goal line into the slot to score off a far-side wrister.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 4 Mar. 2026
Bukayo Saka weaved past his international team-mate Djed Spence and also Micky van de Ven.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2026
The line stretched out the door, weaved through the China pavilion and onto the bridge to Germany.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Feb. 2026
For a second time, the Sooners responded on offense, as Tae Davis weaved for a reserve layup.
—Matt Byrne, Arkansas Online, 28 Jan. 2026
Both directors have observed stan-worthy deep dives on social media, especially in TikTok videos, where fans are combing through moments of foreshadowing or character details that the filmmakers weaved into the story with love.
—Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 28 Oct. 2025
Construction of the gown weaved intricate embroidery with crystal embellishments, articulating sensuality and a regal presence.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
The voice bobbed and weaved like a cornered boxer.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 19 Oct. 2025
Doug Myers, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
The puck went wide to Makar, who weaved from below the goal line into the slot to score off a far-side wrister.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 4 Mar. 2026
Bukayo Saka weaved past his international team-mate Djed Spence and also Micky van de Ven.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2026
The line stretched out the door, weaved through the China pavilion and onto the bridge to Germany.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Feb. 2026
For a second time, the Sooners responded on offense, as Tae Davis weaved for a reserve layup.
—Matt Byrne, Arkansas Online, 28 Jan. 2026
Both directors have observed stan-worthy deep dives on social media, especially in TikTok videos, where fans are combing through moments of foreshadowing or character details that the filmmakers weaved into the story with love.
—Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 28 Oct. 2025
Construction of the gown weaved intricate embroidery with crystal embellishments, articulating sensuality and a regal presence.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
The voice bobbed and weaved like a cornered boxer.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 19 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for woven
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Irish dance troupes jumped and twisted every few hundred feet while bands armed with drums and bagpipes played plied their trade.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
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The greatest writers never lose sight of eternity, it has been said, no matter how loud or twisted the events in the foreground.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Mar. 2026
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Grenell was appointed interim director of the Kennedy Center in February 2025 after Trump purged the historic venue’s former leadership and inserted himself as chairman of the board.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
13 Mar. 2026
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Without being asked, Sam inserted himself into the recruiting process.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
13 Mar. 2026
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Our economies are braided together through the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.—
Andy Shaw,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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In one moment, Robbie wore a look that puts a spotlight on an emerging designer, Dilara Findikoglu, who created a dress braided with synthetic hair, for the film’s London premiere.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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The dough must be mixed by hand or a low-speed mixer, and the rounds must be made without the help of a rolling pin.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
14 Mar. 2026
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Oat Haus Cookie Dough Granola Butter Gluten free and vegan, Oat Haus' Cookie Dough Granola Butter also has chocolate chips mixed in for the perfect sweet treat.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
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The story is interwoven with insight into director Adil’s own journey.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Mar. 2026
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Hollywood traffic is interwoven with 101 on- and off-ramp gridlock.—
Terry Castleman,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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In addition to the footage itself, the screening is interspersed with performance art and live music, offering poignant insights into this community’s struggles and opportunities of the broader Calumet Region.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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On embankments, consider using pieces of large wood chips interspersed with rock, gravel, paving stones or any other inorganic material.—
The San Diego Union Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
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The security of Jewish self-determination is interlinked and intertwined with achieving Palestinian self-determination.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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Plant and insect evolution are deeply intertwined.—
Andrew Coletti,
Popular Science,
12 Mar. 2026
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The 323 million visits to America’s national parks in 2025 are more than twice the attendance — 135 million — at professional football, baseball, basketball and hockey games combined.—
Jack Dolan,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Mar. 2026
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The teams combined to make 10 of their final 12 shots.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
14 Mar. 2026
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“Woven.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/woven. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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