as in sheath
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
a fuel pod
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Recent Examples of pod
Ecologic Brands is currently developing a refill pod made of paper that could be used in a glass jar component.
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Kara McGrath, Allure, 22 Apr. 2026
To deepen the relaxation, purify your mind and body during a temescal sweat-lodge ceremony or schedule a treatment in one of the two cocoon-like spa pods, each of which features a private garden.
—Carole Dixon, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
Build your laundry lineup with detergent pods, dryer sheets, scent booster and fabric conditioner in gift worthy packaging.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Consistent moisture is necessary when pole beans are developing flowers and pods.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2026
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Kara McGrath, Allure, 22 Apr. 2026
To deepen the relaxation, purify your mind and body during a temescal sweat-lodge ceremony or schedule a treatment in one of the two cocoon-like spa pods, each of which features a private garden.
—Carole Dixon, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
Build your laundry lineup with detergent pods, dryer sheets, scent booster and fabric conditioner in gift worthy packaging.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Consistent moisture is necessary when pole beans are developing flowers and pods.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pod
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Their Bartolucci Vineyard 2021 has enticing aromas of cocoa powder, black raspberry, and red cherry that transition to flavors of blackberry, cassis, and pencil lead, all wrapped in a velvety tannic sheath.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
24 Apr. 2026
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His conclusion created a possible opening for Kohberger’s defense to prevent the sheath — and the DNA found on it — from being introduced at trial, Turvey said.—
Kevin Fixler
April 23,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Prosecutors said shell casings from the gun matched those that were recovered at the hospital.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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Later, however, an indictment alleged that shell casings found at that scene matched the 9mm gun in his possession when he was arrested.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Part of the reason may be that San Diego housing officials got an early and public start on dealing with their own growing budget shortfall and expected cuts in city, state and federal funding.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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Together, the developments mark a turning point for the joint city-county agency, which has coordinated housing and services for people experiencing homelessness across the region for decades.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Bellini says the hull is optimized for stability at high speeds, with power coming from a pair of either diesel or gas Volvo Pentas rated at 350 and 300 hp, respectively.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
28 Apr. 2026
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The troops climbed a rope ladder to a door in the hull and jumped through, brandishing rifles.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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The beak — also called the jaw — is the only rigid portion, made of chitin, a tough material also found in the shells of crabs, lobsters and insects.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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The postponement is due to significant moisture damage found in the foundation, floors, roof coverings and exterior walls which comprise the building’s shell, as well as microbial contamination found elsewhere in the structure.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
24 Apr. 2026
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Progress is one of four cargo spacecraft that resupply the ISS these days, along with Japan's HTV-X, Northrop Grumman's Cygnus and SpaceX's Dragon capsule.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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How many humans have ridden in that capsule?—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
25 Apr. 2026
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The postponement is due to significant moisture damage found in the foundation, floors, roof coverings and exterior walls which comprise the building’s shell, as well as microbial contamination found elsewhere in the structure.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
24 Apr. 2026
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The rooms Our one-bedroom suite was lined in Loro Piana cashmere wall coverings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Pod.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pod. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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