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verb

past tense of coat

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Recent Examples of coated
Adjective
The final goal for the research team is to mass-produce rolls of this special coated fabric that people could buy at a local hardware store. Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 14 Apr. 2026 Even after 150 days of solar exposure, the coated material remained stable. Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 12 Apr. 2026 The expert shares that this design makes the sponge too harsh for delicate or coated appliance surfaces, as the abrasive materials scrape the finish and cause visible damage. Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 11 Apr. 2026 The nut mix has almonds, pecans, coated cashews, and crispy bread chips, all dusted in a flavorful garlic butter seasoning blend. Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026 And while many slow cookers now offer coated aluminum or stainless steel pots, the original Crock-Pot slow cooker that took over American kitchens in the 1970s featured a ceramic crock similar to Magnifique’s. Callie Sumlin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2026 Its coated bottom protects your training gear from spills and other damage. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2026 Elsewhere, deeper valances and vented sill covers help to smooth airflow, chrome parts—such as the bumpers and grille—are ceramic-coated, and all lights are upgraded to super-bright LEDs. Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 10 Mar. 2026 This version made in smooth black leather with the Gucci Web trim and the GG emblem in gold is one of many variations of the Giglio tote, which also comes in coated fabric, canvas, denim and more. Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Verb
By 1896, Kodak was marketing film specially coated for motion picture use. Marcia Greenwood, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026 The infrared sensors are beneath a clear plastic window that can easily get coated with dirt and dust. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026 So often, the word nostalgia felt coated in bile—a nostalgia act. Danielle Parker, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026 Similar to schnitzel, this recipe consists of thin chicken breasts coated with a crumb mixture and fried in a skillet until crispy. Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026 The parathas, as the savory flatbreads are called, stuffed with onion and paneer and coated with a generous amount of butter, are as delicious as ever. Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 11 Apr. 2026 The entire pool was repiped and coated with a delightful granular coating. Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 11 Apr. 2026 In the darkroom, an enlarger projected the positive slide onto a glass plate coated with collodion and silver nitrate. Literary Hub, 10 Apr. 2026 Enter Tagalongs, also known as Peanut Butter Patties, which feature a crispy cookie and creamy peanut butter, all coated in chocolate. Maddie Topliff, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coated
Adjective
  • Vertical slats of glazed terra-cotta on ARO’s addition block the glare, soften the surface, and stripe the view from inside the gallery.
    Justin Davidson, Curbed, 14 Apr. 2026
  • Forth Bagley, the lead architect on the project, used white glazed tiles for the vertical mullions of the structure, a nod to a local craft tradition.
    Nathalie Nietzsche-Knappe, Architectural Digest, 7 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Pour in 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, pressing asparagus down with a wooden spoon until mostly covered.
    Selma Brown Morrow, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Where city parks would be covered in green grass this time of year, many are brown and dry.
    Gabriela Vidal, CBS News, 10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Place meatballs in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with waxed paper.
    Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
  • Flamingo’s Wax Strips make the process simple, with super sticky, pre-waxed strips that lift hair from the root.
    Lily Wohlner, Allure, 8 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Flights at Miami International Airport were halted Tuesday morning as thunderstorms blanketed the area.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 7 Apr. 2026
  • Publications blanketed him with first-team All-American and All-SEC selections.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • The three-piece set includes a quilt and two pillowcases made from a premium blend of brushed microfiber, which results in a silky-smooth, lightweight texture that provides warmth, comfort, and breathability when temperatures start to rise.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
  • Spanx AirEssentials Brushed Full-Zip Jacket Not to be missed, this zip-up jacket — complete with an ultra-soft brushed interior and stately mock neckline — offers a more sophisticated take on travel day dressing.
    Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Unlike traditional cheesecake, which is baked low and slow in a water bath for a smooth, dense finish, Basque cheesecake embraces rustic charm with a burnished top, cracks and all.
    Amisha Gurbani, San Francisco Chronicle, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Instead of needing to overcome the one-time stigma of tiny Gonzaga, Lloyd enjoyed a burnished reputation, having spent so much time with inarguably one of the standard bearers of the sport.
    Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Step 3 - Make dressing: 1 tablespoon whole-grain Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar 1 teaspoon honey Remaining olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste Whisk all ingredients together in small bowl.
    Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 18 Mar. 2026
  • According to the rules, the dough must be made with 00 flour (a finely ground style of wheat flour), natural or brewer’s yeast, salt and water, no more, no less.
    Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • While this top looks polished when tucked into jeans or linen pants, its baby-doll cut is also ideal for leaving the shirt untucked, too.
    Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2026
  • What Mars, 40, has crafted – a polished, choreographed production that spotlights the showmanship in his DNA – is the ultimate feel-good show.
    Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026

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“Coated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coated. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.

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