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as in pill
a small mass containing medicine to be taken orally
took an antibiotic capsule three times a day for a week
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as in sheath
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
a capsule containing all sorts of items from our era that is to be opened 100 years from now
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as in summary
a short statement of the main points
capsules of the day's major news stories appear on the paper's second page
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as in concise
marked by the use of few words to convey much information or meaning
capsule reviews of the latest offerings at the multiplex
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as in to compress
to reduce in size or volume by or as if by pressing parts or members together
newscasts that capsule complex, important stories into one-minute bits for easy digestion by viewers
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Recent Examples of capsule
Geoff Brumfiel, NPR, 20 May 2026
The upcoming capsule was developed by combining Eckhaus Latta’s distinctive approach to materials, fit and wearability with Mango’s in-house design expertise.
—Sharon Edelson, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2026
Your Questions, Answered What is a capsule wardrobe?
—Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 4 Mar. 2026
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Noun
SpaceX has gone on to win numerous contracts launching defense satellites, commercial payloads and even astronauts on board its Dragon capsule.
—Geoff Brumfiel, NPR, 20 May 2026
The upcoming capsule was developed by combining Eckhaus Latta’s distinctive approach to materials, fit and wearability with Mango’s in-house design expertise.
—Sharon Edelson, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Adjective
Ross is set to deliver a capsule collection of limited-edition Whoop bands that will allow for more self-expression.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2026
Your Questions, Answered What is a capsule wardrobe?
—Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for capsule
Noun
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The device's six-blade system makes quick work of lint, fuzz, and pills on everything from clothing to upholstery while its adjustable speeds help tackle heavier jobs.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 May 2026
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Why So Many Women Miss the Signs Hormonal birth control — pills, patches, rings, injections and IUDs — can blur the picture by regulating cycles and masking shifts in estrogen.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2026
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Actor Cate Blanchett, here gracing the May 16 screening of James Gray’s Paper Tiger, definitely got the memo on the merits of the black sheath, and has kept the whole train/no-train/big-dress/little-dress debate begun at last year’s festival down to a dull roar.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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This week, the Archaeological Museum at the University of Stavanger in Norway announced its recent acquisition of a magnificent sheath, thanks to a curious hiker out for a walk one morning.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
10 May 2026
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The summary points above were compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists.—
Jeff Rosen,
Kansas City Star,
22 May 2026
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The 192-page document, written by Paul Rivera, a Democratic consultant unaffiliated with the Biden and Harris campaigns, lacks key sections, including a conclusion and an executive summary.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
22 May 2026
Adjective
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Mahan, 43, might have won the night for those who prefer clear and concise rhetoric.—
James Rainey,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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Emery was swift and concise with his words afterwards.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
Verb
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Both expenses have compressed margins for manufacturers throughout the country.—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
22 May 2026
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None of that has been compressed by AI.—
Harshit Dwivedi,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Noun
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Sharpen the service with a quick in-room tutorial on lights, a/c, curtains, and handy bedside tablet.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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According to the lawsuit, Chaac managers previously manually input orders into DoorDash tablet software that processed delivery orders, as well as allow an operator to prevent Dashers with lower ratings from accepting orders.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
19 May 2026
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Investigators found shell casings from the scene and obtained surveillance footage showing a black sedan involved in the shooting.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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Also, at the new stations the pathway between the train tracks and the escalator casings is significantly narrower than at the older stations.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
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Each panel is made of a flax-linen blend with delicate floral outlines of blooms and leaves.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
23 May 2026
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The union says the strike is the fault of the MTA for not accepting the outline of a deal endorsed by two different federal panels that looked into the bargaining positions of the two sides.—
Hanna Ziady,
CNN Money,
18 May 2026
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“Capsule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capsule. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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