as in clothing
covering for the human body
a number of people at the prom complimented me on my "nice threads"
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as in weaves
to scatter or set here and there among other things
this history book threads excerpts from the diaries of pioneer women into its account of the settlement of the West
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as in strings
to put together into a series by means of or as if by means of a thread
the reporter threaded his newspaper articles about the basketball team into a book that was essentially a chronicle of their championship season
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Recent Examples of threads
Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
Unlike standard inboxes that list threads by recency or unread status, its algorithms rank and surface communications based on strategic signals like hiring, fundraising, or partnership cues.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
Much of the extensive selection—which includes beloved Joann brands like Big Twist (in stores late October), Gütermann threads, and sewing machines from Singer and Brother—is also available online.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025
When a Palestinian teenager gets swept up into a protest in the occupied West Bank and experiences a moment of violence that rocks his family, his mother recounts the political and emotional threads that led to that fateful moment.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 24 Sep. 2025
However, the bedding itself has held up well without any fraying threads or color fading.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 23 Sep. 2025
Dumb financing decisions, at scale, tend to tug on threads that unravel in strange places, sparking systemic meltdowns.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 23 Sep. 2025
At another, the user can reach out and grab long threads to stitch together Björk's broken heart.
—Chloe Veltman, NPR, 23 Sep. 2025
But by 1950-51, Bear had worked out a way to make uni-directional glass that eliminated the cross threads, so the material could be used on the inside of the bow as well.
—Clare Conley, Outdoor Life, 18 Sep. 2025
Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 26 Sep. 2025
Having its world premiere in Official Selection in San Sebastián, this is the latest by Goya-winning director and leading Pompeu Fabra University export Guerin, whose work famously threads the lines between fiction and non-fiction.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 19 Sep. 2025
The collection threads together the clean restraint of early '90s minimalism with the exuberant excess of late '80s maximalism.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
The tension between choosing love and living with the consequences threads through every relationship in the film.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 16 Sep. 2025
Palace’s centre-forward quickly threads the ball to Kamada, who is taken down by Marco Bizot, winning his team a penalty.
—Ahmed Walid, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
Alareer’s poem also threads her into the weave.
—Philip Metres
august 27, Literary Hub, 27 Aug. 2025
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The aisles also now feature trusted sewing names, including Gütermann threads, Singer and Brother machines, Fiskars scissors, and over 50 new beginner-friendly kits designed to make sewing approachable for everyone.
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Mortality threads through much of his Country!
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for threads
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No clothing item is worth dealing with discomfort, and that holds especially true for undergarments.—
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Even more, clothing that is dynamic enough to wear to the office but also to the football game is convenient for anyone’s fall wardrobe rotation.—
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Living life to its fullest is a concept that weaves throughout the project.—
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The hybrid show, which weaves in some fiction, lured a strong cast including Laurent Lafitte, Niels Schneider, Jean-Pascal Zadi and Melha Bedia.—
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Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine technique during which a practitioner inserts fine needles into a patient’s skin.—
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For this test, a doctor inserts a gloved, lubricated finger into your rectum to feel for swelling, bleeding, and any prostate abnormalities.—
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The film’s leading ladies, Teyana Taylor and Chase Infininti, turned to the runway for their attire, while Regina Hall opted for an edgy take on the classic little black dress.—
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Prince cranked out a new album each year from 1978 to 1981, earning increasingly warm critical response as well as notice for his often outrageous lyrics and attire.—
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With Antonio de la Torre and Bárbara Lennie toplining, the Spain–France co-production mixes survival drama with social point.—
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Fill out a questionnaire, upload a photo, and a professional colorist mixes your perfect blend based on your hair goals and history—right down to the developer strength.—
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Thanks to the lightweight crepe fabric, the dress has a flowy feel, and the front slit gives it even more movement.—
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Williams’ dress was crafted from a semi-sheer fabric that allowed the Gucci logo to be glimpsed.—
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The capsule will consist of both apparel and accessories, including new shoe styles and a bag.—
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Cascale, which was previously known as the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, said the acquisition will allow the organization to expand beyond apparel to the wider consumer goods industry.—
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“Threads.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/threads. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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