1
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 insert
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 weave
Accessibility is woven throughout Reflexion’s design.
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Michelle Han, Refinery29, 21 July 2025
Princess Charlotte, also 10, is known to plait her hair back with a braid on each side of her head, with the braids then tied with a ribbon or woven into a longer braid, also tied with a bow.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 21 July 2025
That means cotton or linen fibers in loose, open weaves to maximize airflow and avoid trapping heat.
—Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2025
By weaving these pillars into daily leadership practices, leaders can lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose, achieving results that reflect both their values and their vision.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 18 July 2025
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Michelle Han, Refinery29, 21 July 2025
Princess Charlotte, also 10, is known to plait her hair back with a braid on each side of her head, with the braids then tied with a ribbon or woven into a longer braid, also tied with a bow.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 21 July 2025
That means cotton or linen fibers in loose, open weaves to maximize airflow and avoid trapping heat.
—Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2025
By weaving these pillars into daily leadership practices, leaders can lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose, achieving results that reflect both their values and their vision.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 18 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for weave
Verb
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Read on for the truth about washing your synthetic braiding hair and how to protect your scalp.—
Essence,
Essence,
16 July 2025
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Synthetic or natural hair extensions are then added and braided into the hair.—
Taylor Bryant,
Glamour,
9 July 2025
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Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 July 2025
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Cut a pocket into each chicken breast by inserting the tip of a chef’s knife in the thickest part of the breast and cutting a horizontal slit 3/4 of the way through the breast.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
13 July 2025
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The woman immediately covered her face and turned away from the camera, while a stunned Byron ducked down and exited the frame.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
21 July 2025
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No need to duck the head toward the high point of the door frame.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Her bright pink lips were twisted into the shape of a scream.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
16 July 2025
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Amos twisted Ross's thick hair into a soft yet structured abstract shape, wrapping it in what may very well be fishnet stockings in vivid teal hue.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
16 July 2025
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Brown points out that this is particularly important in a city like Chicago, with its array of neighborhoods and the multitude of cultures and languages that mix and meld into the spirit of the city.—
John Warner,
Chicago Tribune,
19 July 2025
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Another method, hot and cold aisle containment, organizes server racks to improve airflow and prevent hot and cold air from mixing.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
18 July 2025
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Goodfellas has acquired world sales rights for Iranian director Ali Asgari’s satire Divine Comedy, following a filmmaker’s mission to dodge censorship, ahead of its world premiere in Venice’s Orizzonti sidebar.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
25 July 2025
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Phase variation like this is normally seen in pathogens like Salmonella and E. coli to dodge interception by immune cells or antibiotics.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
23 July 2025
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From the location to the architecture, every detail is thoughtfully considered to create a lifestyle that blends the charm of rural Idaho with the style and sophistication of a modern home.—
Bates Homes,
Idaho Statesman,
20 July 2025
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The Dewa Koh Chang The Dewa Koh Chang is a beachfront resort that seamlessly blends rustic architecture with the natural surroundings.—
Asia London Palomba,
Travel + Leisure,
19 July 2025
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The restaurant combines flavors from across France, including chef Julien Pilati’s native Champagne and the Brittany of his wife, Laetitia.—
Sloane Crosley,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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This box combines three types of cheese with apple slices, grapes, olive oil, and sea salt crackers.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
15 July 2025
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“Weave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weave. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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