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as in to ruffle
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Recent Examples of knit
The design includes a soft padded collar to protect the ankle area and provide additional support, while the mesh polyester knit upper is breathable and feels lightweight — even after hours in the style.
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Megan Schaltegger, Travel + Leisure, 12 Feb. 2025
In our opinion, the comfort level is the shoe’s best feature, thanks to the stretchy knit upper that conforms to the foot.
—Will Porter, Travel + Leisure, 12 Feb. 2025
Highlights include a bright orange kaftan, babydoll dress, knitted top and frilled pants.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 12 Feb. 2025
Research revealed that Seeger’s wife, Toshi, hand-knit his sweaters and hats, so two New York artisans (Mary Pat Klein and Maria Ficalora) were enlisted to create custom knitwear for Norton and Chalamet.
—Ingrid Schmidt, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Feb. 2025
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Megan Schaltegger, Travel + Leisure, 12 Feb. 2025
In our opinion, the comfort level is the shoe’s best feature, thanks to the stretchy knit upper that conforms to the foot.
—Will Porter, Travel + Leisure, 12 Feb. 2025
Highlights include a bright orange kaftan, babydoll dress, knitted top and frilled pants.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 12 Feb. 2025
Research revealed that Seeger’s wife, Toshi, hand-knit his sweaters and hats, so two New York artisans (Mary Pat Klein and Maria Ficalora) were enlisted to create custom knitwear for Norton and Chalamet.
—Ingrid Schmidt, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for knit
Verb
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Chelsea and the notion of trust, ruffled Riza and Nuno’s succinct programme notes Michael Cox concentrates on tactical analysis.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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But now Shelby's back, which ruffles the friend group, including the studious Beth Powell (Strazza), the WASP-y Ivy Watkins (Maggie Kuntz), and new student and Atlanta transplant Nell Shaw (Morgan Scott).—
Nick Romano,
EW.com,
14 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Her content included making clothes, crocheting and light furniture flips, among other crafty projects.—
Cemile Kavountzis,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Some people who crochet may only do it occasionally, such as in the winter months.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The impact of these cuts will be felt far beyond Washington, rippling out to thousands of state and local agencies serving children nationwide.—
Eli Hager,
ProPublica,
23 Apr. 2025
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Here's how tariffs are rippling through the creator economy.—
Katie Salcius,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Verb
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For this reason, lightweight bedding is a must, and many of us are changing out warmer down comforters and duvets for lighter bedding options such as coverlets or quilts ahead of the warmer months to come.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2025
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Known for: Accessories that embody a Parisian cool factor with popular bag styles including Le 5 à 7 hobos and quilted Lou cross-body styles, both embellished with the elegant logo.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The latest rendition feels fresh and new, though, as the rice grains are crisped up individually rather than in patties or at the base of a pan.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Apr. 2025
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And, if your plan is to use your air fryer for, well, traditional air fryer stuff like crisping up small foods that require frequent shaking (tater tots, french fries, or Brussels sprouts), a basket-style air fryer will be far easier to maneuver and deliver better results.—
Emily Farris,
Bon Appétit,
14 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Elliot was dressed in a white and brown onesie with a bunny and two carrots embroidered on top of a pocket for the festive photo shoot.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Designed to bring some chi-chi to a seasonal tablescape, the collection features plates dusted with pollen-like dots and linens embroidered with bees and blooming tulips, each piece channelling the natural beauty of Daylesford’s Market Garden.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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“Knit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knit. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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