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as in to substitute
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 to concern
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 to conceal
to keep secret or shut off from view
covered the foxhole with grass and leaves
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as in to cross
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 to monitor
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 to protect
to drive danger or attack away from
covered the wounded soldier until he could be rescued from the downed chopper
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as in defense
means or method of defending
provided cover while their comrades ran for safety
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as in covering
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
put the restaurant menus in clear plastic covers so that they would last longer
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as in replacement
a person or thing that takes the place of another
people may only skip their shifts if they find a cover for themselves first
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as in roof
a raised covering over something for decoration or protection
all of the exhibits at the fair are under cover, so the weather won't be a factor
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as in veil
something that covers or conceals like a piece of cloth
under cover of friendship the con man insinuated himself in the lives of the unsuspecting couple
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Recent Examples of cover
Shirley Halperin, HollywoodReporter, 1 July 2025
The Associated Press reported that 47-year-old Mario Guevara, a native of El Salvador, was arrested by local police on June 14 while covering a protest in DeKalb County, just outside Atlanta.
—Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025
Kate Dingwall, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Some tape dispensers offer extra safety options, such as those with a blade cover that can be put on when the dispenser isn’t in use.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2025
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Verb
Then-manager Braun, through his company, covered what was owed in the form of a loan at a highly favorable (to Bieber) rate.
—Shirley Halperin, HollywoodReporter, 1 July 2025
The Associated Press reported that 47-year-old Mario Guevara, a native of El Salvador, was arrested by local police on June 14 while covering a protest in DeKalb County, just outside Atlanta.
—Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025
Noun
Deer weave in between and under the vines, working away at the ground cover.
—Kate Dingwall, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Some tape dispensers offer extra safety options, such as those with a blade cover that can be put on when the dispenser isn’t in use.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cover
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
1 July 2025
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Great powers that had relied on gunboat diplomacy to impose their will, meanwhile, had to substitute checkbook diplomacy.—
Oona A. Hathaway,
Foreign Affairs,
24 June 2025
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The minute, hour and second rings are made of titanium coated with DLC in three colors: green, blue and black.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Products coated with Cōēo can be recycled by CDC Studio and turned into slabs suitable for flooring and design objects.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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However, her growing prominence couldn't shield her from the pressures of censorship.—
Ime Ekpo,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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The team is trying to shield Altuve from cavernous outfields or playing behind extreme fly-ball pitchers, so he’s still received 25 starts at second base during his transition season.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
4 July 2025
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My commitment is now to have meetings with New Yorkers who may be concerned.—
Leila Fadel,
NPR,
1 July 2025
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The report was issued Tuesday at 12:51 a.m., and the last update concerning this incident was provided on Tuesday at 12:53 a.m.—
Kansas City Star Bot
Updated July 1,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2025
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Iconic pin-up Jayne Mansfield has an affair in the midst of her separation from Mr. Universe Mickey Hargitay and conceals it from the world, returning to Hargitay, who welcomes the baby as his own and continues to raise when Mansfield tragically dies in a car accident at only 34 years old.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
26 June 2025
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The amber liquid is concealed by a ceramic decanter designed by sculptor Ivan Venkov; a conscious brand choice to pay homage to Mexico’s artisanal traditions.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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The east and west crossing streets along the parade route will be closed, as will 4th Ave N from Broad Street to Denny Way, starting at noon for parade staging.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
28 June 2025
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Airplane passengers crossing the Indian Ocean who peered out their windows on Oct. 19, 2024, might have seen what looked like a fast-moving star suddenly flash and fade.—
Tom Brown,
Space.com,
28 June 2025
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The landscape of how these agreements are formed has also evolved: To monitor those deals, the College Sports Commission, established as part of the House settlement, will serve as a clearinghouse.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 June 2025
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics gathers this information through a quarterly survey that monitors price shifts across about 80,000 goods and services.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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Snag straw bags that are ideal for a beach day or brunch, straw hats to keep your face protected from the sun, and popular shoe styles like woven flats, simple black flip flops, and kitten heels.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
5 July 2025
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From quick rinses to gentle drying, here's how to protect your swimwear for seasons to come.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
5 July 2025
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“Cover.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cover. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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