wales

[weylz] / weɪlz /

NOUN

rib of fabric

Synonyms

STRONG

grain mark rib ridge streak strip texture weal weave welt

Example Sentences

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The most recent similar case, he says, was Malcolm Naden, who was captured in New South Wales in 2012 after nearly seven years on the run.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Helen and Lee decided to take Meg back to Wales but on the way, her symptoms became more serious and she was admitted to Southmead Hospital, in Bristol, where she died.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Looking at a detailed breakdown of issues around NHS Wales buildings, published for 2024-25, the figures show:

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

The backlog of maintenance and repairs in NHS buildings in Wales deemed at "high" or "significant risk" has reached nearly £1bn, figures reveal.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

With the president lying on his left side, Wales stuck his little finger into the wound as far as he could.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow