1
2
3
as in chain
a series of things linked together
recounted the string of events that led to the murder
Synonyms & Similar Words
as in to thread
to put together into a series by means of or as if by means of a thread
the prosecuting attorney strung the evidence together so that the accused man really did look guilty
Synonyms & Similar Words
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of string
Maritza Dominguez, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
When the true freshman phenom strained his hamstring Nov. 2 against Georgia, third-string walk-on quarterback Aidan Warner stepped in and acquitted himself well during a 34-20 loss to the No. 2 Bulldogs.
—Edgar Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Tabitha Parent, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Cities are strung with lights and decorations for the holidays; there are fewer tourists; and restaurants roll out seasonal fruits, vegetables, and recipes.
—Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for string 
Noun
When the league expanded between 2009 and 2011, a string of new teams paid expansion fees ranging from $30 million to $40 million.
—Maritza Dominguez, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
When the true freshman phenom strained his hamstring Nov. 2 against Georgia, third-string walk-on quarterback Aidan Warner stepped in and acquitted himself well during a 34-20 loss to the No. 2 Bulldogs.
—Edgar Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
The tour begins in the couple's foyer, where railings are strung with pink and green baubles, velvet ribbon and leafy garland.
—Tabitha Parent, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Cities are strung with lights and decorations for the holidays; there are fewer tourists; and restaurants roll out seasonal fruits, vegetables, and recipes.
—Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for string
Recent Examples of Synonyms for string
Noun
-
Photo : Mecum Auctions The car is fit with Borrani knock-off wire wheels.Robert Ross, Robb Report, 30 Dec. 2024
-
The twisted wire brush is expertly designed to comb through and define every lash, ensuring a flawless finish every time.Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 29 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
During the day, Moore said guests will hear the same background music that’s in the queue for the ride.Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
-
Servicers will have applications in the queue that will take some time to work through.Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
What China needed was something like a final emperor, the breaker of the despotic chain who would summon modernity by fiat.Chang Che, The New Yorker, 21 Dec. 2024
-
Don't focus on loyalty programs (some of the best international hotels are not affiliated with large chains that provide points for a stay).T+L Editors, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
Each story reflects the interplay between time and creativity, threading together a tapestry of perspectives that highlights the nuance of Japan’s cultural relationship with time.Sara Smith, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
-
There was zero time wasted on deciding where the puck should go; every pass was instantaneous and laser-accurate and threaded the needle through the slot perfectly.Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
There is also a new version of the Prada logo as a sinuous rope that surrounds the lettering grows a head and tail and turns into a snake.Luisa Zargani, WWD, 30 Dec. 2024
-
The shackle receiver slots into the RAV4’s hitch and provides a secure attachment point for the recovery rope.Bryan Rogala, Outside Online, 30 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
In the meantime, the operator said it’s making progress on its remediation plan, including analysis of other areas and additional in-line inspections.Joe Sutton, CNN, 10 Feb. 2023
-
The goal of this relationship is to save you time, trouble, and money down the line.Brady Slack, Forbes, 10 Feb. 2023
Noun
-
As the key vectors rotate through a sequence of GPUs, they get multiplied by every query vector in turn.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 20 Dec. 2024
-
Tucked into all the pain and fear of this pivotal sequence, there are moments of profound intimacy and respect between Erzsébet and Maggie.Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 19 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
This caused a culinary case of mistaken identity once the Overseas Highway connecting the Keys to the Florida mainland opened in 1912, and visitors from around the nation increasingly started traveling there.Chadd Scott, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2024
-
Pets complete families, positively affect our mental and physical well-being, connect us socially and also contribute to the economy.Julie Castle, New York Daily News, 29 Dec. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near string
Cite this Entry
“String.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/string. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share