as in coop
an enclosure with an open framework for keeping animals
the dogs and cats at the animal shelter looked so sad in their cages
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as in to house
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers
caged the rabbit at night so she wouldn't wake everyone up
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Recent Examples of cage
Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Now, 32 years later, at age 60, Diana rekindles her dream of conquering this aquatic marathon, determined to face the open waters with the support of both her coach (Jodie Foster) and a team of sailors and without the protection of a shark cage.
—Alex Gurley, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2025
A couple in Florida is accused of abusing their non-biological children, caging a 14-year-old boy under a bunk bed and denying them food when there wasn’t enough to go around, Florida authorities said.
—Olivia Lloyd
updated July 28, Miami Herald, 28 July 2025
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Noun
In an Instagram reel, the footage captured the incredible patience of two dogs after their owner accidentally left their bird cage open.
—Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Now, 32 years later, at age 60, Diana rekindles her dream of conquering this aquatic marathon, determined to face the open waters with the support of both her coach (Jodie Foster) and a team of sailors and without the protection of a shark cage.
—Alex Gurley, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Verb
Even if, again, the episode skips over the thorny question of how exactly this group of schmoes managed to cage a pure killing machine.
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2025
A couple in Florida is accused of abusing their non-biological children, caging a 14-year-old boy under a bunk bed and denying them food when there wasn’t enough to go around, Florida authorities said.
—Olivia Lloyd
updated July 28, Miami Herald, 28 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cage
Noun
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CoreWeave’s chicken coop days gave it a good foundation for that skillset.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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Your local university coop extension service can help (find yours here).—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
19 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The best-selling fall and winter candles are made of a new wax blend that’s housed in the brand’s signature large jars with fresh packaging.—
Melody Kazel,
PEOPLE,
10 Sep. 2025
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Another model was stationed next to the wardrobe, which housed 2D paper doll cutout clothing.—
Kristen Tauer,
Footwear News,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Featuring an anti-slip bottom, each of these compact hangers can hold up to 10 pounds.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
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An electric motor that produces 53 hp and 110 pound-feet is built into the case for the GTS’s smooth, fast dual-clutch eight-speed transmission.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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China’s effort to prompt a strong reaction to climate change and a transition to greater reliance on alternative forms of energy isn’t confined to academic research.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Sep. 2025
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Bruni Tedeschi captures her in that vortex — her pulmonary illness confining her to bed one minute and her artistic drives reanimating her with defiant spirit the next.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Nance learned pipe welding from his uncle, who built fencing for corrals.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
10 Sep. 2025
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Then, there's Dumbell Ranch, which has a main house, a bunkhouse, a mobile home for employees, several historic barns, and corrals, and even a few working shops.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The state agency tried to rescind that permission in 2021, stating that the screen house was not enclosed and locked, with no floors, walls, or roof, was susceptible to infiltration by insects and animals, and was being used for high THC plants.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Sep. 2025
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The style employs semi-circular floor plans enclosed behind a curved glass wall, allowing residents to enjoy the full arc of the sun throughout the day.—
Katie Schultz,
Architectural Digest,
29 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Animals that are kennel-trained will likely be pleased to be in their cozy confines and away from the bustle of vacuums, mops, and the like, but for those who are roamers, consider gating off an area for them.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
31 Aug. 2025
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Despite his ordeal, Trader Joe soon began showing his sweet nature, eagerly greeting people at his kennel and leaning in for head scratches.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The next-biggest culprit was vape pens, responsible for 21% of incidents.—
Suzanne Rowan Kelleher,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Wegovy injection pens arranged in Waterbury, Vermont, US, on Monday, April 28, 2025.—
Karen Gilchrist,Katrina Bishop,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Cage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cage. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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