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or weaved
1
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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Each molecule can contain more than two hundred carbon atoms, twisted into a dizzying array of rings and folds.—
Jeffrey Marlow,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
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Their studio is known for clever recycling — like the copper lamp base that Faber found on a sidewalk and twisted into a faucet at their old Greenpoint rental.—
Adriane Quinlan,
Curbed,
2 Apr. 2026
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To keep the airway open while the dog's face heals, Peanut had a small tube inserted into his nostril.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
3 Apr. 2026
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The Justice Department inserted itself into Peters' bid to be released while her state appeal was considered.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 Apr. 2026
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Also known as lambropsomo, tsoureki is a sweet, brioche-like Greek Easter bread that’s braided and shaped into a circle or two long loaves.—
SAVEUR Editors,
Saveur,
1 Apr. 2026
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Sunday's celebration began with a procession of cardinals, bishops, priests and laypeople walking into the square carrying olive branches and palm fronds, some intricately braided.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
29 Mar. 2026
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In this technique, plants are suspended in air with a spray of water mixed with minerals applied to their roots every few seconds.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
4 Apr. 2026
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Officials contacted Maywood's water reclamation because chemicals in the building may have mixed with the water and entered the sewage.—
CBS Chicago Team,
CBS News,
4 Apr. 2026
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Sisters in Yellow is her first novel that is truly plot driven, dipping into the noir genre, but it’s still interwoven with the complex internal life of her characters.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Mar. 2026
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Grace, who plays Liborio’s confidant and love interest Aireen, was drawn to the movie’s bold and stylistic storytelling, where a traditional immigrant narrative is interwoven with fantastical visual elements.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Mar. 2026
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Another ancient tradition is the extensive prayers of the faithful, interspersed with genuflections, which today include intentions as varied as praying for the pope, for the Jewish people, and for those who do not believe in God.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2026
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From there, the one-minute-and-sixteen-second clip unfolds with a rapid montage of electrifying concert footage, interspersed with candid moments from life on the road.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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The three have been intertwined since 1999, back when Monson left his job as the head coach at Gonzaga for Minnesota, but made Few honor a promise to hire Lloyd as a graduate assistant.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2026
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As Celia and Marco fall in love over the decades, they become intertwined in a high-stakes, deadly competition.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Apr. 2026
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Some flights to London City airport, for example, have now been combined with aircraft heading to the Big Smoke’s Gatwick.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
4 Apr. 2026
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Five pitchers combined for nine strikeouts and allowed just hits for Andrew (4-3).—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Woven.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/woven. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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