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as in to ruffle
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Recent Examples of knit
Keep in mind that, depending on the craft (like knitting, crocheting, etc.), sitting at a table isn't necessary—set up other comfortable spots to lounge if needed.
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Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2025
For right now, a Studio Nicholson trench coat that fit even better IRL, and a lightweight knit from Aurelee acted as perfect foil for weather that’s still in limbo.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 30 Apr. 2025
There are also silk scarves with pastel poppy prints and watercolor checks, and ballerina flats knitted in Burberry’s signature colors.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 2025
Eva, who learned to knit and sew during the Covid-19 lockdowns, designs the accessories and promotes them to raise awareness and funds throughout the international equestrian world.
—Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
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Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2025
For right now, a Studio Nicholson trench coat that fit even better IRL, and a lightweight knit from Aurelee acted as perfect foil for weather that’s still in limbo.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 30 Apr. 2025
There are also silk scarves with pastel poppy prints and watercolor checks, and ballerina flats knitted in Burberry’s signature colors.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 2025
Eva, who learned to knit and sew during the Covid-19 lockdowns, designs the accessories and promotes them to raise awareness and funds throughout the international equestrian world.
—Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for knit
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Here’s why May 23, 2025 Outside the golf resort, a stiff wind kicked up, ruffling the palm trees and sending small waves across a water hazard on the 18th green — an obvious metaphor for these blustery and unsettled times.—
Mark Z. Barabak,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
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Despite having good intentions, this may ruffle some feathers or cause financial distress.—
Liz Simmons,
StyleCaster,
27 May 2025
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In her free time, Jackie enjoys crocheting, reading, and hiking.—
Jackie Romano,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Maggie picked up crocheting by teaching herself on YouTube.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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The book, an oral history told by the artists who were there, also ripples with the vibes of SoCal, thanks especially to lifers like the Agnew Brothers (the Adolescents), Dexter Holland and Noodles (the Offspring), and Mike Ness, the founder and frontman of the enduring Social Distortion.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
19 May 2025
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Moody’s downgrade of the U.S. government debt is rippling through Wall Street on Monday, and CNBC’s Jim Cramer said there is a crucial difference between now and the past two times a credit-rating agency cut its outlook on Uncle Sam’s bonds.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
19 May 2025
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The brand also features soft leather styles such as quilted styles and laser cut styles that recall architecture motifs.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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The demise of Joann, which focused mainly on quilting and sewing, will be a tough one for some consumers, Abby Glassenberg, co-founder of Craft Industry Alliance, told news site Modern Retail.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
7 May 2025
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Toss with some of the reduced basting juices, and then grill or broil at high heat until the meat begins to crisp and caramelize.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
28 May 2025
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Unlike standard toaster ovens, both air fryer ovens and basket-style air fryers rely on a combination of high heat and convection (moving hot air around with a fan) to crisp up your food.—
Emily Farris,
Bon Appétit,
21 Feb. 2025
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The three-time AMA winner then kicked off her hosting duties in a plunging Swarovski crystal embroidered Miss Sohee halter-neck gown in white and silver with a daringly high slit up the front.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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Women wear Lilly Pulitzer-style shift dresses and headbands en masse, while men wear colorful blazers embroidered with ducks or lobsters (as well as a lot of Brooks Brothers).—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
23 May 2025
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“Knit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knit. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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