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as in sheath
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
he retired to the cocoon of his study whenever he'd had enough of the company
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as in to wrap
to surround or cover closely
cocooned in puffy down parkas, we braved the bitter cold as best we could
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Recent Examples of cocoon
Jessie Schiewe, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2025
The pontiff fell silent and watched as the crowd, now covered by a massive plastic cocoon in the downpour, joined the choir in spontaneous choruses of Alleluia.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 9 May 2025
Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 5 Apr. 2025
His nymph-like creatures glided down the runway in sculptural yet cocooning shapes that were styled with skintight leather stockings and tabi heels.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Princess, a senior Chihuahua, rests with her eyes closed and body curled into a tight cocoon, as a frenetic hamster named Ponby stands upright, his eyes bulging.
—Jessie Schiewe, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2025
The pontiff fell silent and watched as the crowd, now covered by a massive plastic cocoon in the downpour, joined the choir in spontaneous choruses of Alleluia.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 9 May 2025
Verb
The pool sits just off the private balcony and feels cocooned in its own little world, shielded by tall privacy walls.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 5 Apr. 2025
His nymph-like creatures glided down the runway in sculptural yet cocooning shapes that were styled with skintight leather stockings and tabi heels.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cocoon
Noun
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To further the house’s connection to nature, Wright used flagstone flooring inside and out and employed large sheaths of glass windows for visual continuity.—
Elizabeth Fazzare,
Architectural Digest,
15 May 2025
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The case is likely to hinge on DNA evidence from a knife sheath, under a victim’s fingernails and in bloodstains.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
15 May 2025
Noun
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This inflated sense of self serves as a defense mechanism: a buffer against any and all feelings of shame, powerlessness or worthlessness.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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In Donald Trump’s first administration, he was surrounded by buffers and filters—but in his second, he’s surrounded by amplifiers.—
The Editors,
The Atlantic,
7 June 2025
Verb
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Phineas and Ferb is officially returning to the Disney Channel after wrapping its fourth season in 2015.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
7 June 2025
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The decision comes shortly after the two shows wrapped their 2024-25 seasons: Alert aired its last episode on May 27, and The Cleaning Lady finished up on June 3.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
6 June 2025
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During their investigation, police found six 10mm shell casings at the scene.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2025
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While the casing is mostly reinforced plastic, the screen surround is titanium.—
Andrew Williams,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
Noun
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Clad in tactical gear and wielding riot shields and military-style rifles, federal agents lobbed non-lethal munitions, including rubber bullets, tear gas and flash-bang grenades, to disperse crowds.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
10 June 2025
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President Donald Trump's new Golden Dome missile defense shield for the U.S., designed to protect against next-generation, long-range weapons, is modeled on the Iron Dome.—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
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Meticulously designed, the impressive home is set on a secluded estate enveloped by exquisite gardens, concealed from public view to ensure total privacy.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Though the two shows are quite distinct, Wilford, who is curating her final show for MoCA after moving to the Memphis Art Museum in January, hopes viewers will be able to envelop themselves in each.—
DOUGLAS MARKOWITZ,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2025
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One is: New York City desperately needs more affordable housing.—
Eric Lach,
New Yorker,
8 June 2025
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Rising insurance costs are causing other public services, such as affordable housing, from getting built.—
Al Sharpton,
New York Daily News,
8 June 2025
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Following her death, CDC officials confirmed in the report that Naegleria fowleri was found in the woman’s cerebrospinal fluid, which the Cleveland Clinic says is a clear and colorless fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord and acts as a protective cushion and provides nutrients.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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Additional features with the DT 990 PRO X include soft velour ear cushions and an ergonomically padded headband to alleviate pressure on top of the listener’s head.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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“Cocoon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cocoon. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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