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as in substituted
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 coated
to form a layer over
by morning a foot of snow covered the ground
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as in shielded
to place a protective layer over
better cover your skin with sunblock if you don't want a sunburn, not to mention skin cancer
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as in concerned
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 concealed
to keep secret or shut off from view
covered the foxhole with grass and leaves
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as in traversed
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 monitored
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 protected
to drive danger or attack away from
covered the wounded soldier until he could be rescued from the downed chopper
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Recent Examples of covered
Vanessa Franko, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
The actual covered percentage of excess costs has fluctuated over the years.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Elsewhere on Deck 19, Horizon Park is located just above the Kids Aqua Park with loungers, a semi-covered patio with tables, cornhole and panoramic views.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
Motorized sliders open to a covered terrace, pool, and two-sided fireplace.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 30 Mar. 2026
The event included a visit by the plush bunny, who posed for photos along a covered pavilion where families could also get their faces painted courtesy of the Highwood Public Library.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Since 1999, Nicole has been a designer, copy editor, family columnist, and covered style, home design, gardening and other news-you-can-use topics.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 30 Mar. 2026
Nhà ở is the main, all-day dining spot with indoor seating and seating on the covered terrace.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
Buijs said that the cold doesn't affect the covered parts of a diver's body.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 28 Mar. 2026
Almaraz’s role was never formally defined, but he was believed by top officials to bring good luck, and all of his travel expenses were covered.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
That belief seemed to be bolstered by a disturbing video recovered from Nancy Guthrie’s doorbell camera, showing a person covered from head to toe approaching the house in the middle of the night with a gun, first attempting to cover the camera before removing it entirely.
—Andy Rose, CNN Money, 27 Mar. 2026
Indeed, the need for RTGs was laid bare by Curiosity and Perseverance's predecessors, the Mars Exploration Rovers Spirit and Opportunity, which were purely solar powered but suffered from diminishing power as Martian dust covered their solar arrays.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 27 Mar. 2026
The bank loan covered the rest.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026
Stranger Things proper covered the years 1983-1987, with each season taking place in a new year.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2026
West Suburban covered up the signs for its emergency department on Thursday.
—Noel Brennan, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Additionally, 99 percent of employees are covered by Great Place to Work certification, which uses tools like worker surveys to assess the culture and experience, an increase from 95 percent in 2024.
—Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 20 Mar. 2026
Adjective
There are some chargers set up around the field, including throughout the covered Craft Beer Barn, but bring your own cable.
—Vanessa Franko, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
The actual covered percentage of excess costs has fluctuated over the years.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Elsewhere on Deck 19, Horizon Park is located just above the Kids Aqua Park with loungers, a semi-covered patio with tables, cornhole and panoramic views.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
Motorized sliders open to a covered terrace, pool, and two-sided fireplace.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 30 Mar. 2026
The event included a visit by the plush bunny, who posed for photos along a covered pavilion where families could also get their faces painted courtesy of the Highwood Public Library.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Since 1999, Nicole has been a designer, copy editor, family columnist, and covered style, home design, gardening and other news-you-can-use topics.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 30 Mar. 2026
Nhà ở is the main, all-day dining spot with indoor seating and seating on the covered terrace.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
Buijs said that the cold doesn't affect the covered parts of a diver's body.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
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These windows will be covered with translucent film of different Idaho mountain ranges, giving those inside privacy while allowing natural light to flow through into the lounge, which can hold up to 500 people.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 28 Mar. 2026
Almaraz’s role was never formally defined, but he was believed by top officials to bring good luck, and all of his travel expenses were covered.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
That belief seemed to be bolstered by a disturbing video recovered from Nancy Guthrie’s doorbell camera, showing a person covered from head to toe approaching the house in the middle of the night with a gun, first attempting to cover the camera before removing it entirely.
—Andy Rose, CNN Money, 27 Mar. 2026
Indeed, the need for RTGs was laid bare by Curiosity and Perseverance's predecessors, the Mars Exploration Rovers Spirit and Opportunity, which were purely solar powered but suffered from diminishing power as Martian dust covered their solar arrays.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 27 Mar. 2026
The bank loan covered the rest.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026
Stranger Things proper covered the years 1983-1987, with each season taking place in a new year.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2026
West Suburban covered up the signs for its emergency department on Thursday.
—Noel Brennan, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Additionally, 99 percent of employees are covered by Great Place to Work certification, which uses tools like worker surveys to assess the culture and experience, an increase from 95 percent in 2024.
—Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 20 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for covered
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The story of sheltered squares being exposed to the wider world and liberated is just as relevant now as 50 years ago.—
Joe Lynch,
Billboard,
24 Mar. 2026
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More than 5 feet of rain fell in some parts of Maui from March 10 to 16, during what’s known as a kona storm, a weather pattern in which winds come from the south, drawing heavy precipitation to leeward areas of the islands that are usually more sheltered from heavy rain.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
20 Mar. 2026
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Thousands of Villa fans, who had watched their team get trounced 8-0 at Chelsea three days before, delayed their early exits from the ground just to applaud Bale off the pitch when he was substituted in the 85th minute.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2026
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Prizes may not be substituted for or redeemed for cash.—
CBS LA Staff,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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The publication adds that the finished product is coated with a cheese seasoning blend that includes oil and powdered ingredients, contributing to its distinctive texture and durability.—
Claire Dodds,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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These panels are coated with a photothermal dye that captures and converts sunlight into heat.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Apr. 2026
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However, it must be shielded from scorching sun.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
28 Mar. 2026
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In other words, while disability income is largely shielded from standard creditor actions, the mechanics of bank levies can still create short-term disruptions, and in some cases, longer ones if exemptions aren't properly claimed.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Tale as old as time, as far as the MPA is concerned.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
27 Mar. 2026
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Bonke will likely be a top priority as far as player retention is concerned, followed by leading scorer Ben Bradford.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
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Two pumps of product managed to do the trick for my full face, and suddenly my hyperpigmentation on my cheek was concealed.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
31 Mar. 2026
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Last June, Ukrainian drones concealed inside of pallets on trailers were released to conduct a coordinated, simultaneous attack on several air bases deep inside Russia.—
Brynn Tannehill,
The Atlantic,
31 Mar. 2026
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Some 80 oil and gas tankers a day typically traversed the Strait of Hormuz before the war, The New York Times noted.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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The landscape—rolling hills, thick forests, and lush river valleys—lends itself to hiking and biking, and the park is also traversed by the Green and Nolin rivers, which offer plenty of opportunities for boating and fishing.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Mar. 2026
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He was limited to just 19 starts his rookie year as the Marlins monitored his innings as a 20-year-old.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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Weiner also touted the NYPD’s network of cameras and sensors, which are monitored by members of the NYPD’s intelligence division, and international liaison officers posted in the Middle East as elements providing the department with early-warning detection capabilities.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Covered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/covered. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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