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as in weaving
to cause to twine about one another
the gardener laced the shoots of ivy around the trellis to direct their growth
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as in mixing
to scatter or set here and there among other things
the decorator laced small mirrors among the knickknacks for added effect
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as in licking
to strike repeatedly
laced the seaman's back with the cat-o'-nine-tails
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as in diluting
to alter (something) for the worse with the addition of foreign or lower-grade substances
animal control fed the bear food laced with a sedative
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Recent Examples of lacing
Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 9 Oct. 2024
What are your impressions on the inner and outer lacing systems?
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 9 Oct. 2024
The slim and figure-hugging design accentuates your curves, while the side lacings with metal eyelets and the rubber waistband add a unique and edgy touch to your outfit.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 5 Oct. 2024
Back on the street, eye-catching denim treatments include prints, corset lacing and embellishment.
—Alex Badia, WWD, 10 Sep. 2024
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He was similarly wowed by heel hold supplied by a combination of a lower BOA dial, internal ankle support, and reliable inner lining lacing.
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 9 Oct. 2024
What are your impressions on the inner and outer lacing systems?
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 9 Oct. 2024
The slim and figure-hugging design accentuates your curves, while the side lacings with metal eyelets and the rubber waistband add a unique and edgy touch to your outfit.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 5 Oct. 2024
Back on the street, eye-catching denim treatments include prints, corset lacing and embellishment.
—Alex Badia, WWD, 10 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lacing
Noun
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And never mind that Verizon already has a $2.4 billion, 15-year contract to replace all that copper wire with lightning-fast fiber-optic cables.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Those without traditional cable can use streaming services with live television options like Hulu + Live TV, FuboTV, YouTube TV or Sling to watch.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA TODAY,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In the photo obtained by the outlet, Sia — known for obscuring her face on stage and at public events with oversized wigs — wore her long blonde hair in beaded braids, her eyes hidden behind dark sunglasses.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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Yet Moore brings an undeniable coolness factor to the proceedings, with her hair full of braids and earth-girl vibes.—
Eddie Mouradian,
Vulture,
24 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Craft is the connective tissue of our history, weaving itself through each iteration and enabling new players to interpret it in novel ways.—
Bill Connolly,
Rolling Stone,
30 Dec. 2024
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But police must notice a primary violation, such as speeding or weaving across lanes, to cite motorists for violating the cellphone law.—
David A. Lieb,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Could there be a medical reason behind their licking?—
Andy Biggs,
Newsweek,
25 Dec. 2024
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However, many cat owners will hesitate to stop their cats from licking them, to avoid hurting their feelings.—
Andy Biggs,
Newsweek,
25 Dec. 2024
Verb
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At least in the short run, this diluting might potentially have negative effects on the price per share as the market adjusts to the extra shares.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Businesses should ensure their monitoring strategies address both objectives where relevant, without diluting the specific focus of fraud prevention tools.—
Einaras von Gravrock,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Filigree is just you, bending some small piece of wire.—
Sandra Jordan,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2025
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Dakota Kai Dakota Kai hit a dive to the outside before Raw went to break, but poor Dakota tripped on a camera wire.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The strapless dress featured a soft, feminine look, complete with a peachy tone and complemented by ornate white lace embroidery on the bodice and skirt.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
26 Feb. 2025
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Unlike other brands, Tanner Fletcher wants each collection to feel like an extension of what’s come before — hence the recurring motifs of frilly fringe, delicate lace, and bountiful bows.—
Michael Cuby,
Them,
26 Feb. 2025
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Many focused on inserting individual flowers into small tubes filled with water and then neatly placing each vial, one by one, onto the floats.—
Alicia Victoria Lozano,
NBC News,
31 Dec. 2024
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In Netanyahu’s case, because the prostate is not cancerous, Golan said doctors were likely performing an endoscopic surgery, carried out by inserting small instruments into a body cavity, rather than making surgical cuts in the abdomen to reach the prostate.—
Tia Goldenberg,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Dec. 2024
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“Lacing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lacing. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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