shoelace
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In 2021 Stone's team said a shoelace found at the scene could provide DNA evidence in their bid to overturn his conviction.
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026
Accessories—anything from shoelace charms to glitter freckles to decor for your decor—give consumers ways to update their look and express themselves at a fraction of the cost.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 23, 2025
Yamamoto gave up his only run after a minor wardrobe malfunction — a broken shoelace that he returned to the dugout to replace — caused a delay before the start of the second inning.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 2, 2024
Nandakumar says to think of chromosomes as a shoelace.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 8, 2024
Jayden plays air guitar, and Madge dances, jingling her shoelace chimes.
From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari
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He can't tie his own shoelaces and his Vespa scooter strains to bear his weight - in one week, its wheels broke seven times.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
Student Martynas, whose shoelaces provided endless entertainment for Florrie, said the puppy would be "a very good outlet" for those needing to get something off their chest.
From BBC ● Mar. 4, 2026
I would match the spoon to a pair of shoelaces.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 10, 2025
Telomeres are located at the ends of chromosomes and function much like the plastic tips on shoelaces that prevent fraying.
From Science Daily ● Dec. 4, 2025
So I took out my high-top shoelaces and tied them together and then to the belt and wrapped it all around my waist.
From "Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key" by Jack Gantos
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