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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
Marci Robin, Allure, 27 Dec. 2024
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
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Noun
Kardashian wearing a satiny black corset, the lacing of which echos the look of the hair ribbon.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 27 Dec. 2024
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lacing
Noun
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What’s been learned Some of the documents already released have offered details on the way intelligence services operated at the time, including CIA cables and memos discussing visits by Oswald to the Soviet and Cuban embassies during a trip to Mexico City just weeks before the assassination.—
Jamie Stengle,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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The amount committed to streaming video for the next TV season was greater than that devoted to primetime broadcast or primetime cable — a first for the industry.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The suspect is described as having a dark complexion, slim build, braids and facial hair.—
John Annese,
New York Daily News,
9 Mar. 2025
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They're draped with the ends of two braid crowns that frame her face in structured curves.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
5 Mar. 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
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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
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Upon closer inspection the object was a camera attached to wires.—
Sophie Clark,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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European Union announces retaliatory tariffs on these popular U.S. goods 06:34 Machine parts, including steel wires, screws and more are also likely to be hit, raising the price of a broad range of appliances from dishwashers and dryers to garbage disposals and air conditioners.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Treat yourself to some self-love with their moisture-wicking undies for workouts or their signature lace for something special for everyday.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
7 Mar. 2025
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Fabric Veils are made from a variety of different fabrics including tulle, lace, silk, chiffon, and organza.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
4 Mar. 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 23 Mar. 2025.
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