encased; encasing; encases
: to enclose in or as if in a case
Synonyms of encase
Examples of encase in a Sentence
Ice encased the trees and power lines after the storm.
fear of the outside world can encase a person just as surely as stone walls
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Our approach to understanding the meat computers encased in our skulls has historically varied by discipline.
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Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
In reality, Puertorriqueñidad encases a variety of stories, styles, shades, and textures, which were displayed through every narrative tool possible, including the varied characters, scenery, and fashion choices of the production.
—Sofía Viera, Allure, 9 Feb. 2026
Made by a design studio in San Francisco, the Nikois encased in white ash wood combines minimalism and functionality, perfectly integrating into any contemporary space.
—Kelsey Borovinsky, Architectural Digest, 9 Feb. 2026
But on this ship, the venue is encased in a big glass bubble which causes sound to reverberate to extreme levels—particularly when there’s a game show, party, or other entertainment taking place.
—Fran Golden, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
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Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
In reality, Puertorriqueñidad encases a variety of stories, styles, shades, and textures, which were displayed through every narrative tool possible, including the varied characters, scenery, and fashion choices of the production.
—Sofía Viera, Allure, 9 Feb. 2026
Made by a design studio in San Francisco, the Nikois encased in white ash wood combines minimalism and functionality, perfectly integrating into any contemporary space.
—Kelsey Borovinsky, Architectural Digest, 9 Feb. 2026
But on this ship, the venue is encased in a big glass bubble which causes sound to reverberate to extreme levels—particularly when there’s a game show, party, or other entertainment taking place.
—Fran Golden, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for encase
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“Encase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/encase. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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