shoelace
Americannoun
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shoelaces
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noun
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Origin of shoelace
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Accessories—anything from shoelace charms to glitter freckles to decor for your decor—give consumers ways to update their look and express themselves at a fraction of the cost.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 23, 2025
All eyes are on this bag with neon yellow shoelace tassels as Thomas reaches for the worn leather strap — a patina that every leather goods owner hopes for, especially in a reclaimed vintage treasure.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2025
Nandakumar says to think of chromosomes as a shoelace.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 8, 2024
To Shirley Raines, they are royalty: The woman with the paralyzed arm who uses a shoelace as a sling.
From New York Times ● Jun. 21, 2023
In AP Government that afternoon, he “accidentally” stepped on my shoelace and I nearly fell on my face.
From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia
He can't tie his own shoelaces and his Vespa scooter strains to bear his weight - in one week, its wheels broke seven times.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
It even uses thinner shoelaces, using a grippy sawtooth pattern that helps them stay tied.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 19, 2026
After greeting students, chasing a football around, "attacking" shoelaces and tights, and exploring parts of the school she has never seen before, the pitter-patter of puppy paws slows down.
From BBC ● Mar. 4, 2026
Twisting and tying shoelaces into a knot became a formidable task for Justin Herbert in the days following hand surgery.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 26, 2025
I shouted, even though the main fight at the moment was between my shoelaces and the chicken wire.
From "The Season of Styx Malone" by Kekla Magoon
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