lace
noun
a netlike ornamental fabric made of threads by hand or machine.
Example Sentences
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No longer an unknown, the treadmill phenom is eyeing a bigger prize when he laces up for the Chicago Marathon on Sunday.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 10, 2026
The director laces a 16th-century period drama with a series of mysteries in his latest film, which centers on a samurai who rebels against the local warlord.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
On paper, the dialogue may seem stiff and silly, but Lewis laces these words with enough sorrow to fill the room.
From Salon ● Feb. 18, 2026
She wears rainbow laces on her football boots, rainbow armbands, regularly posts messages of LGBTQ+ support on social media and in April, dedicated her goal against Everton to the transgender community.
From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2025
The boy started laughing, straightening up the laces on the table.
From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds
