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lining

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verb

present participle of line

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of lining
Noun
Previously, serotonin production in the gut has been attributed to enterochromaffin (EC) cells, found within the lining of the intestinal wall. New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2025 The lining mimics sheep wool while the thick denim creates a windproof barrier that’s helpful for windy fall and winter days. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 20 Oct. 2025 Treatments for Potentially Resectable Stomach Cancer People with potentially resectable stomach cancer have a cancerous tumor that has grown into more layers of the stomach lining or wall. Carrie Madormo, Health, 18 Oct. 2025 The pain can often be musculoskeletal, but can also be related to gynaecological conditions such as endometriosis, which is when cells similar to the lining of the uterus grow outside the uterus, often on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, or other pelvic organs. Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for lining
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lining
Noun
  • That way, the whole family will get rich, diverse experiences without constant packing and unpacking.
    Christie Holmes, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
  • The set also includes two packing cubes to help keep clothes or accessories sorted.
    Nora Colomer may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Sam's Throne Campground and surrounding public areas will remain closed to ensure public safety while the search and monitoring operations continue, according to the release.
    Bill Bowden, Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2025
  • Because of this, a close look at the play and the scholarship surrounding it can help make clear the stakes of due process.
    JSTOR Daily, JSTOR Daily, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The students were tasked with creating one-off pieces expressing the dynamism of the fabric and the structural qualities of interlinings, in an effort to combine both innovation and vision.
    Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
  • Additionally, our cellular shades can trap air and help maintain interior temperatures, while Roman shades and drapery can be outfitted with a cotton flannel interlining designed to improve insulation and make homes more energy-efficient.
    Orange County Register, Orange County Register, 30 Mar. 2017
Verb
  • Mars aligning with Jupiter encourages playful experimentation.
    USA TODAY, USA Today, 28 Oct. 2025
  • Sally yearns for freedom from her creator, aligning her with the motives of Cancer, who searches for independence from their family on occasion.
    Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Two hundred years later, Slott preserved the historic facade while enclosing the rear of the home in glass to overlook the waterfall that once powered the mill.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 20 Oct. 2025
  • In 2004, Rader resumed sending letters, including one to The Wichita Eagle, enclosing Wegerle’s drivers license and photos of the crime scene.
    Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Reinstating a quilting bee or puzzle night in your neighborhood can build community.
    Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Several people from his online quilting community showed up.
    Zach Schiffman, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Its gooey pecan filling sits under cushions of custard and whipped cream.
    Pervaiz Shallwani, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Plus, the removable cushion cover is both water-resistant and easy to clean, ensuring the bed stays fresh.
    Jessie Quinn, USA Today, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • There is a lot of red—99 naval and coast guard vessels, to be precise, completely encircling Taiwan during PLA exercises last December.
    Charlie Campbell, Time, 23 Oct. 2025
  • The vents encircling the stand’s rounded top handle cooling.
    PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 15 Oct. 2025

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“Lining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lining. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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