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or weaved
1
as in laced
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 threaded
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 wove
But unlike Yamamoto—whose second straight 10-K one-hitter was wasted—Verlander bobbed and weaved and lollipop-curved the lineup to death.
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Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025
Houston struck first in the 17th minute, when Clarissa Larisey weaved through defenders before finishing for a 1-0 lead.
—Fernando Ramirez, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2025
For the book, Meri, Janelle, Kody, Robyn and I each talked separately to a writer, who then weaved the story of our early years together, as well as Robyn’s integration into the family.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Maiava handed the ball to Jordan on a second-and-4 on the Trojans’ second series of the game, and the former JUCO star smoothly weaved through defenders for a 26-yard run that placed the ball at the 5-yard line.
—Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 31 Aug. 2025
Keen-eyed viewers will spot bits of the city's culture and history masterfully weaved into the entire show, from paintings on the walls by local artists to filming locations to its needle drops.
—EW.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The Sierra driver weaved in front of the Tundra as its driver honked and managed to get around, documents said.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Talking up the possibilities of AI, Ellison weaved away from any interest in buying TikTok, other studios and outlets as a method to turbo charge Paramount’s evolution.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 13 Aug. 2025
The Swiss researchers’ polymer optical fibers are weaved directly into the fabric of the pajamas, and don’t require a plastic cover.
—IEEE Spectrum, 8 Nov. 2017
Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025
Houston struck first in the 17th minute, when Clarissa Larisey weaved through defenders before finishing for a 1-0 lead.
—Fernando Ramirez, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2025
For the book, Meri, Janelle, Kody, Robyn and I each talked separately to a writer, who then weaved the story of our early years together, as well as Robyn’s integration into the family.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Maiava handed the ball to Jordan on a second-and-4 on the Trojans’ second series of the game, and the former JUCO star smoothly weaved through defenders for a 26-yard run that placed the ball at the 5-yard line.
—Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 31 Aug. 2025
Keen-eyed viewers will spot bits of the city's culture and history masterfully weaved into the entire show, from paintings on the walls by local artists to filming locations to its needle drops.
—EW.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The Sierra driver weaved in front of the Tundra as its driver honked and managed to get around, documents said.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Talking up the possibilities of AI, Ellison weaved away from any interest in buying TikTok, other studios and outlets as a method to turbo charge Paramount’s evolution.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 13 Aug. 2025
The Swiss researchers’ polymer optical fibers are weaved directly into the fabric of the pajamas, and don’t require a plastic cover.
—IEEE Spectrum, 8 Nov. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wove
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Down below, the meandering grounds are laced with mature trees and layered gardens that provide a feeling of expansiveness despite being in the heart of a huge city.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
18 Sep. 2025
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If it was still laced with talc to prevent sticking, this would kill me in twenty more years.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Sep. 2025
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Faux pumpkins are painted with house numbers, then threaded onto a dowel for stability and stacked neatly over a decorative urn.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Sep. 2025
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Wilfried Zaha threaded the ball through to the on-running Brandt Bronico, and his ball across the face of the goal left a simple tap-in for Toklomati.—
The Athletic Staff,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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Videos circulating online showed the gruesome scene as Kirk slumped over, and people ducked to the ground before running away and huddling in nearby buildings.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Some instinctively ducked, covered their classmates or followed teachers’ directions.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
30 Aug. 2025
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At Campillo, mid-blue denim was braided into exquisitely relaxed shirting.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
15 Sep. 2025
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In other looks, pearls and cowrie shells were braided into the models’s textures.—
Essence,
Essence,
11 Sep. 2025
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Text transmitted to the Cat via the serial port was inserted into the document as if it had been typed in at the console.—
Cameron Kaiser,
ArsTechnica,
12 Sep. 2025
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Bake at 425°F until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, 23-26 minutes.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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On September 7, dog owner Brittany U'Wren was devastated to learn that her rescue Shitzu mix, named Lexi, had escaped through the garage and disappeared from her home in Lexington, Kentucky.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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The 1850 version mandated that the federal government actively help slave catchers track and apprehend people who’d escaped slavery.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Adrian Smith of Adrian Smith + Gordon Hill Architecture is the main designer for this project – the same genius who plied his trade to design the Burj Khalifa.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Sep. 2025
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The boom has long passed and the route is now plied by the Ferrobús, which vaguely resembles a coach on rails and follows a truncated route between Oruro and the town of Villazón on the Argentine border.—
The Editors,
Outside,
31 Aug. 2025
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Rivalry mixed with admiration, proof the contest carries both edge and heart.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The frock dress was in high visibility, with the drop waist and buttercup yellow colorways mixed with pinks and limes.—
Skylar Mitchell,
Essence,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Wove.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wove. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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