coated 1 of 2

past tense of coat

coated

2 of 2

adjective

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of coated
Verb
Lightly coat a sheet of aluminum foil with cooking spray, and place foil, coated side down, over lasagna dish. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025 Air flows through modular containers filled with these coated filters. Tejasri Gururaj, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2025 Coat plastic wrap with nonstick cooking spray and place, coated side down, over dough. Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025 Let mixer run until butter is broken down into smaller, flour-coated pieces about the size of a pea, about 1 minute. Sonal Dutt, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025 Made in Italy like his suitcase, the bag is made from coated canvas and is designed as a weekend bag, perfect for four days in Brazil. Kansas City Star, 5 Sep. 2025 The palate itself is notably creamy, leading with vanilla and passionfruit custard before diving into sugar-and-spice coated cashews, sweetened green tea, and a barely-there thread of matcha. David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025 As if that isn’t enough, Isa’s plunks a tamarind-coated straw and a gummy snack on top. Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 24 Aug. 2025 Offering 10×42 magnification with multi-coated lenses, these Smithsonian binoculars deliver crisp views of distant bird activity. Jené Luciani Sena May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links., FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
In a separate bowl, mix together the remaining 6 tablespoons sugar and the cinnamon, then roll the balls gently in the mixture until coated. Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 13 Oct. 2025 Blending thriller, drama and romance tropes coated in an overall ironic tone, the film marks the directorial debut of Rampoldi, who is a prominent Italian screenwriter. Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025 The top is coated in a soft-touch plastic. PC Magazine, 13 Oct. 2025 Cook, stirring and tossing constantly, until pasta is coated in sauce, about 2 minutes. Elizabeth Mervosh, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2025 The rice is perfect, each grain separate, coated with ghee, and fragrant with spice. Reem Kassis, The Atlantic, 11 Oct. 2025 The chickpeas, coated in a rich, pumpkin butter sauce, tasted slightly sweet with just enough heat from the pinches of cayenne pepper. Ashia Aubourg, Outside, 10 Oct. 2025 It’s also coated in scratch-resistant enamel that’s easy to clean and great for presenting on a tablescape. Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025 Its polyester fabric is coated in a water- and stain-resistant coating, and its ergonomic, strong zippers can withstand serious force. Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coated
Verb
  • The issues below aren’t covered by the current cease-fire deal, and could be sticking points in future negotiations.
    Aaron Boxerman, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
  • And Georgia's pass defense hasn’t covered well since the 2023 national championship season.
    Matt Hayes, USA TODAY, 10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • And Dunkin’s glazed doughnut is just fine, though nothing spectacular.
    Shindy Chen, Charlotte Observer, 29 Sep. 2025
  • Krispy Kreme's original melt-in-your-mouth glazed donut will always get top billing on the menu.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Located on the fifth floor of the brutalist building, the kitschy space is blanketed over in pistachio and deep violet, evoking cinematic intrigue.
    Denni Hu, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Silence blanketed the visiting clubhouse when the doors opened to the media late Monday night.
    Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • 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
  • Lovers of some hardware will be happy to know that the new, tradition-honoring Logger features nickel eyelets, which contrast impeccably with the richness of its waxed leather.
    Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Made with brushed microfiber that’s soft to the touch, each 20x30-inch queen-sized pillowcase is shrink- and fade-resistant, and comes in a variety of colors, too.
    Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Sep. 2025
  • Style insiders are going all in on the look, too; fashion month’s crowds were awash in brushed knits, and New Yorkers of all stripes have pulled out their shaggiest jumpers as sweater weather has descended upon the city.
    Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 4 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • The space features details in burnished brass and canaletto walnut, which are intended to complement the Luxury Leisurewear offering.
    Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Benefits of flaxseed Two tablespoons (about one serving) of ground flaxseed have around 70 calories, nearly 3 grams of protein, and 4 grams of fiber.
    Christina Chaey, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Sep. 2025
  • Soon, pre-ground coffees were available as well, thanks to technological advancements that allowed for long-term storage.
    Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • The shoe has moved fluidly through fashion eras, first embraced as a practical but polished pump and later evolving into an entire family of silhouettes — including the Varina flat introduced in 2007, the Vanna ballet flat style, slingbacks, mary janes and sandal iterations.
    Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2025
  • The two-star La Atelier de Joël Robuchon is a polished iteration of the late chef’s modern French cooking, and its one-star sibling Le Jardinier draws inspiration from hyperseasonal Japanese cuisine and traditional French cooking technique .
    Sara Liss, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Oct. 2025

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“Coated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coated. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.

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