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as in covered
to form a layer over
thicken the sauce until it will coat the back of a spoon
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Recent Examples of coated
Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
Dior transformed a local events space into a sweet shop on Tuesday night, a soft pink, candy-coated world where makeup and fragrance collided.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 4 Feb. 2026
Instead of being rubber or plastic, this one is made from galvanized steel, powder-coated to look like copper, and comes in four designs.
—Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2026
The collectible fan features 600-plus spot colors on coated and uncoated paper stock.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 22 Jan. 2026
After drawing air across MOF-coated contractors, water vapor is directly adsorbed at the molecular level.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 16 Jan. 2026
Andrade and her team synthesized and coated iron oxide magnetic nanoparticles with bioactive glass.
—New Atlas, 3 Jan. 2026
Silken versions appeared as cozy bedcoverings in Winona Ryder’s LA home (AD, May 1994) and coated walls elsewhere (AD, June 1996).
—Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2025
Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Feb. 2026
Swirl skillet until fully coated with butter and bacon grease.
—Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2026
Fold in marshmallows, cereal, and peanuts until well coated.
—Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026
Their water corroded the bathtub and coated their taps and appliances in rust and salt residue.
—Nick Bowlin, The Frontier, 16 Feb. 2026
To-Go Coffee Cups Metzger explains how most single-use cups are coated with plastic to prevent any liquid from spilling, and should not be put in the recycling bin.
—Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 16 Feb. 2026
In the years leading up to the provincial ban, dozens were killed during Basant — some cut by kite strings coated with chemicals and glass paste.
—Betsy Joles, NPR, 14 Feb. 2026
Fresh white paint coated the bricks of what was once a small red-brick church where Qualls met his first wife.
—Dallas Morning News, 11 Feb. 2026
Add cereal; stir until evenly coated.
—Holly Riordan, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Add cold butter; use a pastry cutter to cut butter into flour mixture until fully coated and butter is the size of peas.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
Dior transformed a local events space into a sweet shop on Tuesday night, a soft pink, candy-coated world where makeup and fragrance collided.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 4 Feb. 2026
Instead of being rubber or plastic, this one is made from galvanized steel, powder-coated to look like copper, and comes in four designs.
—Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2026
The collectible fan features 600-plus spot colors on coated and uncoated paper stock.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 22 Jan. 2026
After drawing air across MOF-coated contractors, water vapor is directly adsorbed at the molecular level.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 16 Jan. 2026
Andrade and her team synthesized and coated iron oxide magnetic nanoparticles with bioactive glass.
—New Atlas, 3 Jan. 2026
Silken versions appeared as cozy bedcoverings in Winona Ryder’s LA home (AD, May 1994) and coated walls elsewhere (AD, June 1996).
—Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2025
Verb
It's coated in Zatar, which great choice.
—Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Feb. 2026
Swirl skillet until fully coated with butter and bacon grease.
—Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2026
Fold in marshmallows, cereal, and peanuts until well coated.
—Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026
Their water corroded the bathtub and coated their taps and appliances in rust and salt residue.
—Nick Bowlin, The Frontier, 16 Feb. 2026
To-Go Coffee Cups Metzger explains how most single-use cups are coated with plastic to prevent any liquid from spilling, and should not be put in the recycling bin.
—Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 16 Feb. 2026
In the years leading up to the provincial ban, dozens were killed during Basant — some cut by kite strings coated with chemicals and glass paste.
—Betsy Joles, NPR, 14 Feb. 2026
Fresh white paint coated the bricks of what was once a small red-brick church where Qualls met his first wife.
—Dallas Morning News, 11 Feb. 2026
Add cereal; stir until evenly coated.
—Holly Riordan, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coated
Adjective
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Speaking of, Hailey Bieber, the queen of glazed skin, also opts for the brand’s Extra Bright Serum-Powered Color Corrector in her routine.—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
1 Feb. 2026
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Provided by Discover Santa Clara Stan’s Donuts is a popular Santa Clara institution is known for their old-fashioned donuts, encompassing glazed and buttermilk varieties.—
Michele Herrmann,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The Crystal Walk promenade, stretching over about a third of a mile, or 450 meters, provides shade under artificial branches covered in 10 tons of crystals that give it its name.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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These particles are covered with tiny chain-like structures that interact with metal ions in solution.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Place meatballs in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with waxed paper.—
Maddy Bendgen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Nov. 2025
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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
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The Northeast is reeling from extreme snowfall and powerful winds that slammed the region overnight Sunday and throughout the day Monday, prompting blizzard conditions as more than two feet of snow blanketed several states.—
Danya Gainor,
CNN Money,
24 Feb. 2026
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Cornyn has blanketed the airwaves with ads attacking his rivals and promoting himself as a staunch Trump ally and partner on border policy.—
Gromer Jeffers Jr,
Dallas Morning News,
23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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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,
3 Feb. 2026
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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
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His voice sounds burnished and vital, never tired.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
20 Feb. 2026
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Decked with cashmere curtains and burnished-leather bed frames, the guest rooms offer breathtaking mountain views and Western authenticity.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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But there’s still ground to make up in understanding how these cars operate over longer distances.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Pour in 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, season with freshly ground black pepper, and bring to a simmer.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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At first glance, the hotel’s facade looks like any other sleek office block on this leafy boulevard in Songshan—polished glass, lots of steel, and unlikely to win any prizes for its exterior looks.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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Right now, members can unlock dozens of spring-ready travel deals starting at just $8, with exclusive discounts on everything from luggage upgrades to polished matching sets that make for the perfect airport outfits.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Feb. 2026
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“Coated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coated. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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