carpets

verb

present tense third-person singular of carpet
as in coats
to form a layer over leaves carpeted the lawn

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Recent Examples of carpets Found in small quantities in the solar wind, He-3 is implanted in the lunar regolith, the layer of loose, fragmented material that carpets the terrain of the moon. — Leonard David, Space.com, 30 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for carpets
  1. coats
  2. covers
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  • Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until mixture coats the back of a spoon, about 1 minute.
    — Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 9 Oct. 2026
  • The plush, balm-meets-mask formula coats lips in a comforting layer that keeps moisture from escaping overnight, with hyaluronic acid, minerals, and antioxidant-rich Berry Mix Complex helping soften dry, flaky skin.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of coats
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  • Since the Joy Division days, graphic designer Peter Saville has always worked on the band’s album covers.
    — Tina Benitez-Eves, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Known for his high-energy demeanor, his livestream content covers gaming, sports, stunts and travel.
    — Jack Dunn, Variety, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of covers

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“Carpets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carpets. Accessed 16 Oct. 2026.

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