as in sheaths
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
a fuel pod
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Recent Examples of pods
The product is a cluster of six lie-flat sleep pods arranged in three tiers — the setup is essentially bunk beds in the sky — between the economy and premium economy cabins on its newest Boeing 787-9 aircraft.
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Chris Dong, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Despite early obstacles in the pods — including Appiah’s connection with fellow contestant Micah Lussier — the pair ultimately married during the season finale.
—Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
The smaller pods are the most tender, so look for ones 3-4 inches long.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
Its front wheels have an open-wheel design; they’re shrouded in aerodynamic pods but mounted out wide from the streamlined cabin, which looks much more aerospace than automotive.
—Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 14 May 2026
The birthplace of the American Revolution will bring its pods to the city to help singles find love, with Nick and Vanessa Lachey returning as hosts.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 13 May 2026
Various engineers seeking superior grip performance have employed biomimicry in their designs, which have been inspired by seed pods, elephant trunks, lobster tails (in fact, using actual lobster tails), and, of course, octopus limbs.
—New Atlas, 13 May 2026
That can create logistical problems and contribute to overcrowded pods.
—Ryan Oehrli, Charlotte Observer, 13 May 2026
These e-liquid pods are used with a device that is also made by the company.
—Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 6 May 2026
Chris Dong, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Despite early obstacles in the pods — including Appiah’s connection with fellow contestant Micah Lussier — the pair ultimately married during the season finale.
—Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
The smaller pods are the most tender, so look for ones 3-4 inches long.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
Its front wheels have an open-wheel design; they’re shrouded in aerodynamic pods but mounted out wide from the streamlined cabin, which looks much more aerospace than automotive.
—Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 14 May 2026
The birthplace of the American Revolution will bring its pods to the city to help singles find love, with Nick and Vanessa Lachey returning as hosts.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 13 May 2026
Various engineers seeking superior grip performance have employed biomimicry in their designs, which have been inspired by seed pods, elephant trunks, lobster tails (in fact, using actual lobster tails), and, of course, octopus limbs.
—New Atlas, 13 May 2026
That can create logistical problems and contribute to overcrowded pods.
—Ryan Oehrli, Charlotte Observer, 13 May 2026
These e-liquid pods are used with a device that is also made by the company.
—Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 6 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pods
Noun
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Opt for bigger hanging bulbs, discrete flickers, or even hanging sheaths.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2026
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The payload was designed to test a hypersonic navigation system capable of accurately identifying spacecraft position, even when communications are blocked by intense plasma sheaths during hypersonic flight.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Investigators found 27 spent shell casings at the scene.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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Also, at the new stations the pathway between the train tracks and the escalator casings is significantly narrower than at the older stations.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Given its high transmissibility, infectious disease experts recommend that healthcare workers dealing with Ebola patients wear head coverings, as well as goggles, masks or face shields, gloves, gowns and even rubber boots.—
Sydney Lupkin,
NPR,
17 May 2026
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The package, which passed the Senate on May 11, would create new restrictions on federal immigration agents, including a ban on face coverings and new options for residents to sue federal agents for violating their rights.—
Alex Derosier,
Twin Cities,
17 May 2026
Noun
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The sturdy plastic housings resist fading and cracking and are brown in color to blend with most outdoor surfaces.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
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Traditional outdoor TVs, with thick bezels and industrial housings, often disrupt that balance, becoming visual anchors rather than complements.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Jan. 2026
Noun
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According to Modesto Fire, two large piles of almond hulls on the 1300 block of Meikle Road began burning on Sunday afternoon.—
Jose Fabian,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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Intricate details of both spacecraft stages, down to some individual rivets, can be seen along the spacecraft hulls, while Earth hangs humbly in the background on the bottom half of the frame.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Those who make the quick journey are rewarded by three miles of pristine shoreline covered with shells, including calico scallops, sand dollars, moon snail shells, and lightning whelks.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
17 May 2026
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Launching at the end of the month, the capsule collection will include two styles of sandals embellished with beads and shells and matching necklaces, available to purchase separately.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Two years later, the state expanded again, this time greenlighting cannabis tinctures, transdermal patches, lotions, and capsules.—
Dario Sabaghi,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Magnesium glycinate capsules run $10 to $20.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2026
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“Pods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pods. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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