: something that covers or conceals
: containing explanation of or additional information about an accompanying communication
a covering letter
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Examples of covering in a Sentence
Noun
with the commotion on the dance floor as a covering, we were able to slip out undetected
the plastic coverings on lamp shades should be removed
Recent Examples on the Web
Sarah Bowman, The Indianapolis Star, 12 June 2024
The hail caused damage to the cockpit windows, some coverings and the nose, which photos showed appeared to have broken off.
—Ayesha Ali, ABC News, 9 June 2024
Dave Tuley Vsin, Los Angeles Times, 25 Dec. 2021
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Noun
That kit should include a battery or solar-powered radio, mobile device chargers, flashlights, batteries, non-perishable food items, water, face coverings and a first-aid kit.
—Sarah Bowman, The Indianapolis Star, 12 June 2024
The hail caused damage to the cockpit windows, some coverings and the nose, which photos showed appeared to have broken off.
—Ayesha Ali, ABC News, 9 June 2024
Adjective
Well, the Chargers are just 4-5 ATS as favorites this year and 1-3 ATS in their last four games as favorites, including outright losses vs. the Vikings at home and the Broncos on the road, plus a non-covering win at home against the Steelers.
—Dave Tuley Vsin, Los Angeles Times, 25 Dec. 2021
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“Covering.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/covering. Accessed 18 Jun. 2024.
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