purl

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That’s harmless if you’re a knitting hobbyist who might overestimate how many fellow citizens know the difference between a knit and a purl stitch.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 5, 2026

The only sounds are our own voices, the crackle of the fire, the purl of the river, the dull drone of the barges, and the constant chorus of bullfrogs, birds, bugs and coyotes.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 2, 2023

After mastering the basic knit and purl stitches, Mr. Daley conquered the more complicated colorwork knitting techniques and last August added crochet to his craft repertoire.

From New York Times • Sep. 10, 2021

McEwan’s account is matter-of-fact, but it captures the feel of truly memorable conversations — the kind that are embodied, that purl out over several hours and have their own textures and rhythms.

From Washington Post • Jul. 7, 2020

All summer the smells of nettles and daisies and rainwater purl through the gardens.

From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr