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as in cable
a length of braided, flexible material that is used for tying or connecting things
I had to replace the lace of my shoe because it kept breaking whenever I pulled the knot too tight
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as in to weave
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 to salt
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 to lick
to strike repeatedly
laced the seaman's back with the cat-o'-nine-tails
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as in to cut
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 lace
Julia Teti, WWD, 12 Mar. 2025
Hadid graced the catwalk in a royal blue see-through lace look that featured eye-catching angular shoulders.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 12 Mar. 2025
Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 12 Mar. 2025
Elena's partner, Vadim, who also smokes fentanyl laced with xylazine, said people facing severe addiction have adapted to fentanyl's incredible potency, often using smaller quantities.
—Brian Mann, NPR, 10 Mar. 2025
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Noun
On the runway, Hadid wore a semi-sheer ensemble with ornate lace detailing throughout in a shade of eggplant purple.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 12 Mar. 2025
Hadid graced the catwalk in a royal blue see-through lace look that featured eye-catching angular shoulders.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 12 Mar. 2025
Verb
The remark, laced with Palmer’s infectious humor, made both Shields and Destiny laugh it off with no verbal response.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 12 Mar. 2025
Elena's partner, Vadim, who also smokes fentanyl laced with xylazine, said people facing severe addiction have adapted to fentanyl's incredible potency, often using smaller quantities.
—Brian Mann, NPR, 10 Mar. 2025
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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
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Nevertheless, when synthetic braids are dipped in boiling water to seal the ends, the VOCs emitted can exacerbate respiratory issues.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
20 Mar. 2025
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Small braids also fit this category and can add an interesting texture to a low-maintenance look.—
Laia Farran Graves,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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The real power of these agents emerges from their ability to weave functionalities together seamlessly.—
Egor Pushkin,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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The space has been meticulously reimagined by the design firm Post Company, which has woven together a tapestry of textures and materials to create a setting that feels intimate and transportive.—
Caroline Tell,
Forbes,
26 Mar. 2025
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As my friends grew up and started building their own pantries, many of them also made kosher salt their default.—
Ellen Cushing,
The Atlantic,
8 Mar. 2025
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Next, bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt the water.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Being licked by the cows and licking them back is a daily occurrence for her.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
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Evy was holding an ice cream cone and lowered it so Kinley could lick it.—
Jordan Greene,
People.com,
11 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Instead, the vodka is artificially flavored to approximate it.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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Ways to Enjoy Seaweed There are many ways to incorporate seaweed into your diet, such as: Use it to flavor broths and soups.—
Adrienne Dellwo,
Verywell Health,
14 Mar. 2025
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Pitino pulled star wing RJ Luis out of the lineup after making two free throws to cut Arkansas’ lead to two points with less than five minutes to play.—
Brendan Quinn,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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Will cutting sustainability contribute to losing trust with employees, consumers, and communities?—
Paul Klein,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Turning Dania Beach Grill into Lucky Fish A fan-favorite hangout for 75 years, Dania Beach Grill was condemned in April 2019, racking up a trove of code violations at the time, which included damaged and corroded awnings, broken walls and plywood beams, rotten wood and exposed wires.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Mar. 2025
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Matheson House is an architectural gem with wire mesh walls, stone details, ponds and an indoor pool, and a collection of artifacts acquired in different countries.—
Sarah Moreno,
Miami Herald,
20 Mar. 2025
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“Lace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lace. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.
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