threads
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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The two-lane loop threads its way among forests and A-frames and cabins, skirting the waters of June Lake and the lake’s village, which is only a few blocks long.
From Los Angeles Times
All I can hope for is that she’ll see the threads poking out.
From Literature
It is the global leader in producing premium threads for apparel, footwear, and handbags.
From Barron's
But he warned: "The linen backing is weakened by age, and the wool embroidery threads are vulnerable to stress."
From Barron's
"The linen backing is weakened by age, and the wool embroidery threads are vulnerable to stress," he said, adding that he had researched the process.
From BBC
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