Synonyms of sew

Antonyms of sew

Collocations of sew

sew buttons
Frequency: 70 %

She had to sew buttons back onto her coat.

sew clothes
Frequency: 65 %

She learned how to sew clothes from her grandmother.

sew a seam
Frequency: 50 %

She carefully sewed a seam along the edge of the fabric.

sew by hand
Frequency: 45 %

She preferred to sew by hand rather than using a sewing machine.

sew a buttonhole
Frequency: 40 %

She practiced sewing a buttonhole until it was perfect.

Idiomatic Expressions for sew

  • Phrase: sew up
    Meaning: to complete or secure something, especially a deal or victory
    Usage: The team was able to sew up the championship with a win in the final game.