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stitching

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verb

present participle of stitch
as in suturing
to close up with a series of interlacing stitches the doctor stitched the wound so adroitly that the scar was barely visible after the stitches were removed

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Noun
  • As the slowest person to ever pick up a sewing needle, Samantha was told she would not be allowed to make any moves, but could use her words to try to influence the others.
    Jillian Sederholm, EW.com, 9 Apr. 2025
  • One day a week was devoted to knitting and sewing items such as socks, sweaters, afghans and quilts, with another day reserved for making surgical dressings for casualty stations, according to the report.
    Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Johanne starts having dark thoughts of other students joining Johanna in a knitting circle to which she’s not invited.
    David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Feb. 2025
  • Made from soft yarn cotton, these mats are created using intricate knitting techniques, giving them a soft, cushioned feel underfoot.
    Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 18 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • After the Build: Maintenance and Long-Term Expenses Plan for maintenance expenses: Once the ADU is complete, anticipate regular maintenance and repair costs.
    Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Eating an adequate amount of protein-rich foods can help with everything from satiety to blood sugar management, mood control to muscle growth (and repair), and healthy hormones, too.
    Ana Morales, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Chicken Enchiladas These creamy chicken enchiladas are packed with flavor, thanks to a filling of shredded chicken, cream cheese, and a touch of cumin.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Apr. 2025
  • After nearly three decades, Bad Boy still plays things relatively straight in the burger universe: proudly calorie-packed and filling.
    Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 7 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • He’s finished top-20 in all five starts this year including T10 at The Players Championship and 2nd at the Arnold Palmer Invitational after holding the 54-hole lead and leading into the closing holes.
    Jay Ginsbach, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
  • One of the documentary's closing scenes shows Anitta hosting an extravagant 60th birthday party for her dad, who never had one thrown for him.
    Edward Segarra, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2025
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“Stitching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stitching. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

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