as in cloak
a sleeveless garment worn so as to hang over the shoulders, arms, and back
the mysterious figure wrapped his cape tightly around his shoulders
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as in peninsula
an area of land that juts out into a body of water
residents fled the cape as the hurricane roared up the coast
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Recent Examples of cape
Ashley Iasimone, Billboard, 25 May 2025
Now, 5000+ free walker capes have been given away, which spark conversation, connection, and community.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 28 May 2025
The sleeveless dress incorporated a large statement bow at the neckline and a flowing silhouette with coordinated sheer cape.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
As Minnesota’s sailing has only been this smooth in these playoffs because, whenever Minnesota has found itself in danger, Edwards has put on his cape and come to the rescue with heroic 3-balls.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 17 May 2025
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In pictures from the event, the actress — who wore a hot pink gown with sleeves that draped over her arms like a cape — is seen smiling brightly, with Cyrus by her side.
—Ashley Iasimone, Billboard, 25 May 2025
Now, 5000+ free walker capes have been given away, which spark conversation, connection, and community.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 28 May 2025
The sleeveless dress incorporated a large statement bow at the neckline and a flowing silhouette with coordinated sheer cape.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
As Minnesota’s sailing has only been this smooth in these playoffs because, whenever Minnesota has found itself in danger, Edwards has put on his cape and come to the rescue with heroic 3-balls.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 17 May 2025
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“Cape.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cape. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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