Example Sentences

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The results showed that magnetic fields threading through the surrounding gas can help draw protostars closer together.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

“It’s an exciting job threading the needle multiple times,” said Robert Navarro, project manager at NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, Calif., which is in charge of the critical third segment of the relay.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Mr. Mulla begins by efficiently threading out a highly complicated history.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

Poehler is uniquely skilled at threading the needle.

From Salon • Jan. 16, 2026

I walk quickly, threading my way to the most crowded place I can find.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron