intersperses

verb

Definition of interspersesnext
present tense third-person singular of intersperse
1
as in weaves
to scatter or set here and there among other things for variety, intersperse some photos among the other decorations on the wall

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2
as in inserts
to put among or between others intersperses some fascinating factoids about wine between his profiles of the nation's leading wineries

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intersperses
  1. weaves
  2. introduces
  3. incorporates
  4. injects
Verb
  • The book weaves together recipes and essays that highlight Cajun cooking with Melissa’s captivating life story, while also drawing attention to Louisiana’s rapidly eroding coastline.
    Christine Chitnis, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Set in the late 1990s in a remote coastal village, the story weaves together local myths about dervishes (Sufis), mahi sawars (fish riders) and mysterious creatures believed to be angels in disguise.
    Patrick Brzeski, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of weaves
Verb
  • Sometimes, things just go wrong; the incorrect patch is pushed, or an update introduces new vulnerabilities.
    Stephanie Domas, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • The issue arises because the new ERP system introduces best practices for the industry, but some employees resist adapting.
    Claus Jepsen, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of introduces
Verb
  • To create its online and in-app maps, onX incorporates thousands of sources, like local city geographic information system data, Forest Service data, and more.
    Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
  • This often involves working closely with local experts or legal teams to ensure the KM system incorporates country-specific policies, including labor laws and employee benefits.
    Sagi Eliyahu, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of incorporates
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  • The bustling energy during afternoon tea injects the hotel lobby with a decidedly locals-come-here-too vibe.
    Chadner Navarro, Travel + Leisure, 14 Oct. 2024
  • Unbridled perfection injects its rigidity into your bloodstream and chokes the flow of spontaneous and flexible ideas.
    Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
Definition of injects
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