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Recent Examples of cross-stitch
Noun
The ring is further enhanced with the now iconic alternating 18-karat yellow gold cross-stitch and straight-bar motif. — Roberta Naas, Forbes.com, 10 Feb. 2026 Anti-ICE sentiment is also being incorporated in various crafts, appearing in cross-stitch patterns, felted brooches and beaded bracelets. — Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 24 Jan. 2026 Each wall is flanked by a checkerboard of products and the brand’s holiday gift boxes—each with a cross-stitch design that feels all at once new and nostalgic. — Shanna Shipin, Allure, 17 Dec. 2025 It’s finished with three-quarter-length sleeves and a cross-stitch inset at the neckline. — Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 31 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for cross-stitch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cross-stitch
Noun
  • From ghostly needlepoint pillows to pumpkin patch candles, cozy throw blankets, outdoor decor, coffee mugs, serving bowls, and more, these Halloween picks are perfect for welcoming the new season in style.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Sea days excel at activities, from golf putting, and bridge games to needlepoint and trivia.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Related Articles Jenner joined her daughter in an equally dramatic look, sporting a black and white velvet hooded cape with two scorpions embroidered across the chest.
    — Erin Wisti, Footwear News, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Wearing our matching navy-blue pajamas with our names embroidered over the SeaDream logo, my son and I tucked into our savory, satisfying midnight snack.
    — Amanda Eyre Ward, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • If someone spots the morality police approaching, English lessons are wiped from the whiteboard in seconds, and notebooks are replaced with needlework.
    — Mark Sappenfield, Christian Science Monitor, 9 Oct. 2026
  • The two styles are both hand-embroidered with a Japanese anemone floral on linen, recalling the needlework and textile traditions of the Georgian era.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • This midi skirt looks good when styled with anything from a graphic T-shirt, a form-fitting cardigan, a chunky pullover knit, a button-down blouse, and everything in between.
    — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 28 Oct. 2026
  • This cashmere-blend sweater brings the relaxed feel of Holmes’ knit to the outfit, with a loose fit that gives you breathing room.
    — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 26 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Find these prints in tapestry, crewel work and cut velvet for the biggest impact.
    — Erin Hayes Burt, Dallas News, 13 June 2023
  • The client fell in love with a crewel fabric for the great room.
    — Celia Barbour, House Beautiful, 13 Dec. 2016
Verb
  • All broadcast pairings eventually end, but for Troy Aikman and Joe Buck to finish like this is both needless, and dirty.
    — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Oct. 2026
  • The results were better on Monday, as the Heat’s starting unit finished as a plus-three in 12 minutes together.
    — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 27 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Kerstin Amezcua started to crochet after returning from an Army deployment as a doctor in Kuwait.
    — Maggie Penman, Washington Post, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Charlene Catalano was looking for a ball of green-and-white yarn to crochet this year's winter scarf.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026

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“Cross-stitch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cross-stitch. Accessed 29 Oct. 2026.

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