encysted

Definition of encystednext
past tense of encyst

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for encysted
Verb
  • In that sense, the end of San Antonio’s playoff-clinching victory over Phoenix on Thursday night encapsulated the last six years.
    Mike Finger, San Antonio Express-News, 21 Mar. 2026
  • That single sequence has encapsulated Denver’s dealings — or lack of them — through the first week of free agency.
    Luca Evans, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • In the video, the dachshund is shown completely wrapped inside the sleeve of a dressing gown, his long and short body tightly cocooned as his owner frantically but gently rolls the fabric to release him.
    Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
  • One pull can shift a room from bright and social to calm and cocooned, helping the space follow the day rather than fight it.
    Maria Williams, Ascend Agency, 20 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Carroll had a nice try in the 62nd minute when a corner kick found Auns, surrounded in front of the goal.
    Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Nevertheless, you are surrounded by high energy that is keen to socialize.
    Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 5 Apr. 2026
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“Encysted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encysted. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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