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as in veil
something that covers or conceals like a piece of cloth
with the commotion on the dance floor as a covering, we were able to slip out undetected
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as in sheath
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
the plastic coverings on lamp shades should be removed
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as in substituting
to serve as a replacement usually for a time only
a friend covered for me as a hospital volunteer while my family went on vacation
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as in coating
to form a layer over
by morning a foot of snow covered the ground
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as in shielding
to place a protective layer over
better cover your skin with sunblock if you don't want a sunburn, not to mention skin cancer
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as in concerning
to have (something) as a subject matter
this section of the book covers kitchen makeovers for the enterprising do-it-yourselfer
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as in concealing
to keep secret or shut off from view
covered the foxhole with grass and leaves
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6
as in traversing
to make one's way through, across, or over
we usually manage to cover a lot of ground in a single day
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as in monitoring
to pay continued close attention to (something) for a particular purpose
I'll cover the reception desk while you take a break
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as in protecting
to drive danger or attack away from
covered the wounded soldier until he could be rescued from the downed chopper
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Recent Examples of covering
Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
At his family’s home, window coverings were drawn, and a pickup truck blocked access to the driveway.
—Eric Tucker, Twin Cities, 12 Sep. 2025
Tim Chan, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2025
Interestingly, for all the FCC talk of late about probes over broadcast network content, ABC, NBC, CBS and, most surprisingly, Fox were not covering the Kirk memorial Sunday – at least on the West Coast.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Laura Ashley is also collaborating with Brewers, a Royal Warrant holder, on other wall coverings that feature re-colored classics and current bestselling designs.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
At his family’s home, window coverings were drawn, and a pickup truck blocked access to the driveway.
—Eric Tucker, Twin Cities, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
Previously, Chan was the first-ever Lifestyle Editor at Rolling Stone, covering all things fashion, culture, and travel through an entertainment lens.
—Tim Chan, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2025
Interestingly, for all the FCC talk of late about probes over broadcast network content, ABC, NBC, CBS and, most surprisingly, Fox were not covering the Kirk memorial Sunday – at least on the West Coast.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for covering
Noun
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My 8-year-old big sister, Lisa, clothed in her first communion dress and veil, her treasured rosary draped in her hands, lay motionless and cold amid the white silken lining, her head upon a white satin pillow.—
Patti Newton,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Sep. 2025
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The ceiling is inspired by shed structures derived from industrial architecture and veils hide the hangers along the walls, emphasizing the sense of lightness with garments that seem to float.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
19 Sep. 2025
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Also included is a Kydex sheath that can hold up to constant wear and tear, making this knife just as good for everyday carry.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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The subtle floral pattern on the navy fabric is sophisticated and unique, and the sweetheart neckline complements the sheath-style fit of the skirt.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Sep. 2025
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As the dish spread, variations began to pop up with some cooks substituting different kinds of beef, adding carrots for extra sweetness, or adapting it to a soup, like this recipe.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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Taking the question further, and assuming the Fed capable of the magic that Democrats, Republicans and even libertarians ascribe to it, won’t private capital retreat overcome the Fed substituting itself for the marketplace in the first place?—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Over time, learning something new may also help thicken myelin, which is the layer of protein coating the neurons in your brain.—
Ayana Underwood,
SELF,
15 Sep. 2025
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These lengthening formulas prioritize coating each lash sleekly, with no bumps or lumps of product.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
5 Sep. 2025
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Since World War I, the American right has held together as a political movement by prioritizing a conservative vision of white Christian values and private enterprise, while shielding those immutable core principles with expendable public‑facing ideals.—
Allan J. Lichtman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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Anasori’s lab is focused on creating MXenes that can thrive where current materials fail, from shielding electromagnetic waves to functioning as ultrathin antennas in next-generation communications.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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And so when one party makes this concerted effort to use our faith as a justification for their policies, then that should be concerning to all of us.—
Jason Lemon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Sep. 2025
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Each has talked up and acted upon the notion that universities’ illiberal and often hypocritical approaches to issues concerning free speech and antisemitism need to change.—
David Mark,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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If America is the greatest country on earth, Canadians ask online, why are Americans concealing their nationality and hiding behind another flag?—
Vivian Song,
CNN Money,
18 Sep. 2025
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Smith is charged with felony murder, aggravated assault, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, concealing the death of another and tampering with evidence.—
Jenna Sundel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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That same sense of gravity is felt by golfers traversing the dynamic dunes.—
Tim Corlett,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Sure, there were attacks and counterattacks and waves of soldiers traversing across No Man’s Land.—
Michael Jerome Plunkett
September 5,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Covering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/covering. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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