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as in weaving
to cause to twine about one another
marveled at how the vines had delicately and intricately entwined themselves on the trellis
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as in curling
to follow a circular or spiral course
the quick-growing vine was soon entwining around the fence post
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Recent Examples of entwining
Inoue would be moving to a smaller space to offer a more premium experience, and chef Kato Shingo would take over the Kaneyoshi room, serving a tasting menu entwining Japanese, French and Thai cuisines.
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Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 2 Jan. 2026
On the entwining legacies of climate change and family history in California.
—Literary Hub, 30 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for entwining
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Each program looks at specific themes by weaving together various stories, poems and sometimes music.—
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Guests are also encouraged to organically spotlight their own beauty, beverage or lifestyle brands during the episode, weaving commerce into the format without overt ad breaks.—
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Robinson got confused, tried to switch onto the curling Dixon-Waters while his defender, Chuck Bailey III, also trailed him to the wing, leaving Gwath alone under the basket for an easy dunk.—
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Rentable cabanas along the trail are great for gatherings and s'mores, and weekly sessions of ice bocce (a blend of curling and bocce ball) amp up the fun.—
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For a harder version, try shoulder taps, which involve tapping alternate shoulders in the plank position without twisting.—
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Continuing to criticize him unfairly by twisting facts just showcases your personal bias against him.—
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Manhattan’s urban grid disappears among the winding paths and dense foliage of Central Park.—
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For the youngest visitors, the Castle of Dreams—a two-story sandcastle complete with a winding slide and ambient sound—is a must.—
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The film explores the profound themes of intergenerational trauma and the presence of the gaze of death, intertwining these women.—
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Populist threats to democracy and energy, climate, migration, and security challenges are intertwining in ways that test the capacity of governments everywhere.—
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Coil the Hose Keep your hose in good condition for the coming year by coiling it in large, loose loops to avoid kinks.—
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Our Stochastic oscillator has been coiling in oversold ( < 20) conditions for a considerable period, suggesting building demand from buyers and a scarcity of outstanding sellers.—
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The animal's tail is usually held up, with the tip curving downward, and its legs are equally lengthened.—
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At first glance, the choker reprises the incisions and delicately curving edges meant to evoke Chanel’s distinctive quilting, with a sliding clasp closure to adjust it closely to the neck.—
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“Entwining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entwining. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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