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as in sheath
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
he retired to the cocoon of his study whenever he'd had enough of the company
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as in to wrap
to surround or cover closely
cocooned in puffy down parkas, we braved the bitter cold as best we could
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Recent Examples of cocoon
Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
Like those two men, Combs' power and influence created an impenetrable cocoon of privilege that, prosecutors will argue, insulated him from repercussions while devastating the lives of men and women who stayed largely silent for fear of his reach.
—Marco Della Cava, USA Today, 6 May 2025
Sigal Samuel, Vox, 20 Apr. 2025
The pool sits just off the private balcony and feels cocooned in its own little world, shielded by tall privacy walls.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 5 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The caterpillar then pupates, creating a cocoon around itself, and breaks down inside to reform into the adult butterfly.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
Like those two men, Combs' power and influence created an impenetrable cocoon of privilege that, prosecutors will argue, insulated him from repercussions while devastating the lives of men and women who stayed largely silent for fear of his reach.
—Marco Della Cava, USA Today, 6 May 2025
Verb
But be careful not to cocoon yourself exclusively in the realm of the personal — a privilege many people don’t have.
—Sigal Samuel, Vox, 20 Apr. 2025
The pool sits just off the private balcony and feels cocooned in its own little world, shielded by tall privacy walls.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 5 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cocoon
Noun
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This can cut off the medial nerve that runs through the transverse carpal ligament that serves as a protective sheath for the nerves.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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To further the house’s connection to nature, Wright used flagstone flooring inside and out and employed large sheaths of glass windows for visual continuity.—
Elizabeth Fazzare,
Architectural Digest,
15 May 2025
Noun
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Goss at the time the public land was primarily to provide a buffer at either end of the runway.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2025
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In March, immediate changes to a swathe of application forms caused confusion for applicants, leading to a lawsuit from attorneys, and USCIS being forced to change course and offer at least two weeks' buffer time for the changes to take effect.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 June 2025
Verb
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The cost of pharmaceuticals has become prohibitive to patients and providers like hospitals, and the huge cost of advertising is wrapped into those costs.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 June 2025
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Compression: Another way to keep the swelling and inflammation is wrapping your calf.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
Noun
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The sturdy metal casing and long battery life make this configuration ideal for working on the go, so have a laptop bag handy.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PC Magazine,
25 June 2025
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Police found ten bullet casings on the scene, and security video showed a white BMW SUV leaving after the shooting.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
12 June 2025
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In Israel, people have taken shelter in stairwells and bomb shelters, and are coping with Tehran’s ability to penetrate the country’s sophisticated defense shield.—
Kristina Karisch,
The Hill,
18 June 2025
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Resilience becomes not just a shield, but a catalyst for future growth and innovation.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
Verb
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Markets have been avidly watching developments in the conflict, which threatens to envelop the broader oil-rich Middle East region and has driven investors to safe-haven assets, such as gold.—
Ruxandra Iordache,
CNBC,
18 June 2025
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On Father’s Day, Spaun tossed his club in the air, enveloped his caddie, Mark Carens, and later hugged his wife, Melody, and their daughters, Violet, 2, and Emerson Lili, 4.—
Anna Lazarus Caplan,
People.com,
16 June 2025
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Today, Vasquez said, the neighborhood is a mix of elderly residents and young people from all over the hemisphere who are drawn by its relatively affordable older housing and Wynwood’s hip international reputation.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
20 June 2025
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Bread and butter issues like affordability, housing and public safety will likely take take center stage in this race as Election Day nears, Democratic strategist Trip Yang told the Daily News.—
Josephine Stratman,
New York Daily News,
20 June 2025
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The seat cushions are removable for cleaning, and the entire set can be wiped down with a damp cloth.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
17 June 2025
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The seats are designed for ultimate comfort, featuring flexible tubular cushions that can recline completely flat, transforming into beds for long journeys or restful stops.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2025
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“Cocoon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cocoon. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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