1
as in to house
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers
a chronic mistrust of outsiders envelops that neighborhood, cutting it off from the rest of the city
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as in to wrap
to surround or cover closely
the truth of the presidential assassination is enveloped in a dense fog of myths and conspiracy theories
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Recent Examples of envelop
Soderbergh and Koepp, for their part, express their own fervent belief: in the seductive glamour of espionage and the magnetism of Blanchett’s and Fassbender’s interlocking gazes—which is to say, in the enveloping artifice and power of movies.
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Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 12 Mar. 2025
The first spritz envelops you in pistachio, which then unfolds into a nutty, herbal, and deliciously sweet aroma.
—Danielle James, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2025
Lush Pierre Frey wallpaper envelops the powder room, while a pleated Decors Barbares sink skirt adds a romantic, textural contrast.
—Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 31 Mar. 2025
The garlic-butter-bacon enveloped in the way those ingredients will, rich and smoky, without obliterating the bivalves’ subtler qualities.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2025
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Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 12 Mar. 2025
The first spritz envelops you in pistachio, which then unfolds into a nutty, herbal, and deliciously sweet aroma.
—Danielle James, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2025
Lush Pierre Frey wallpaper envelops the powder room, while a pleated Decors Barbares sink skirt adds a romantic, textural contrast.
—Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 31 Mar. 2025
The garlic-butter-bacon enveloped in the way those ingredients will, rich and smoky, without obliterating the bivalves’ subtler qualities.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for envelop
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Among the new items in the collection is the Later sofa, designed by Ceriani Szostak, a modular seating system inspired by the rationalist architecture of the Palazzo della Civiltà, which houses Fendi’s Roman headquarters.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
8 Apr. 2025
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The city houses incredible filmmakers, cinemas, and programmers; our goal is that this grant round will help, even in a small way, to support the continuation of production in Los Angeles.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
8 Apr. 2025
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Cheese Sticks Individually wrapped cheese sticks are a portable, high-protein snack option that can be paired with other high-protein foods, like eggs and turkey sticks.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
8 Apr. 2025
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Formed from improved and ultra-stable memory foam, wrapped in high-quality synthetic leather, the ear pads eradicate foam rolling to ensure a more consistent fit and longer service life.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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This collaboration isn’t simply nostalgia enclosed in blister packs.—
Nik Miles,
Robb Report,
8 Apr. 2025
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Outdoor space: The balcony on the main level, enclosed with a clear railing, has space for outdoor dining.—
Angela Serratore,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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As always with Trump, much is shrouded with uncertainty.—
Niall Stanage,
The Hill,
2 Apr. 2025
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The tariff rollout, still partially shrouded in uncertainty, is expected to target nations with the largest trade imbalances with the U.S., such as China, India, the European Union, and Mexico.—
Dan Cody,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2025
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Developments in the saga surrounding Columbia, which is accused by White House of failing to protect its students from antisemitism, will be closely watched by other colleges that could find themselves under President Trump’s eye.—
Lexi Lonas Cochran,
The Hill,
1 Apr. 2025
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Investors hope that once the tariffs are implemented, some of the ambiguity surrounding U.S. trade policy could ease.—
Brian Evans,Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
1 Apr. 2025
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In a whimsical twist, Lady Peel’s portrait would revisit Roth later in the evening – on a shortbread cookie encased inside a chocolate art crate on his dessert plate.—
Bettina Zilkha,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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For the study, scientists examined 16 female specimens of the wasp, which had been found encased in amber in northern Myanmar.—
Sara Hashemi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 Mar. 2025
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In the beginning, these robotaxis will be confined to certain neighborhoods and will only operate in optimal conditions.—
Joann Muller,
Axios,
9 Apr. 2025
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Still, much of this art remained confined to the streets, making its impact felt in fleeting but powerful moments.—
Rebecca Ruth Gould,
JSTOR Daily,
9 Apr. 2025
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The interior design, courtesy of Xenia, also includes top-notch wood and fabric finishes.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
8 Apr. 2025
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Standard Edition – $59.99 Stars & Stripes Pack DLC: including helmet, pair of goggles, riding suit, bike livery, and a pair of boots.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Envelop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/envelop. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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