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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
Katie Sweeney, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Mosquitoes start life as tiny larvae in water, then grow into pupae (like cocoons) before emerging as adults.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 18 June 2025
Erika Owen, Vogue, 7 Apr. 2025
Liquor stores and carry-outs thrive here — the proprietors cocooned in plexiglass bulwarks.
—Adam Schwartz, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2025
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Noun
At the Four-Star Hualalai Spa, those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation can find it in treatments such as aloe-leaf cocoon, acupuncture, reiki, oxygen-infusion facials and hot stone massages.
—Katie Sweeney, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Mosquitoes start life as tiny larvae in water, then grow into pupae (like cocoons) before emerging as adults.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 18 June 2025
Verb
Plus, there’s plenty of room for at least one human and a pet to cocoon in for a movie night.
—Erika Owen, Vogue, 7 Apr. 2025
Liquor stores and carry-outs thrive here — the proprietors cocooned in plexiglass bulwarks.
—Adam Schwartz, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cocoon
Noun
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The user also posted about a knife sheath before the sheath discussed in the case.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
11 July 2025
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The sheath contained trace amounts of DNA, which was later linked to Kohberger, leading to his arrest.—
Christine Pelisek,
People.com,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Some private-security agencies would endeavour to secure the suites on either side of the one that their VIP will be using to act as buffers, but this is a FIFA event, so the governing body has more control.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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Lacking the financial buffer most for-profit startups have, they are forced to remain lean and centered.—
Raviraj Hegde,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Verb
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The ear cups are wrapped in a woven cloth to give them a robust finish.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Both contain an all-white meat, crispy tender, lettuce, tomatoes and melty cheddar cheese wrapped in a soft, flour tortilla. Flavors: Cheesy Baja Crispy Tender Wrap and Honey Chipotle Crispy Tender Wrap Cost: $1.99 Sonic also told USA TODAY more wrap flavors are coming later this year.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
12 July 2025
Noun
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Although the focus was on practicality, Melissa made sure to incorporate details like trim and casings to foster a depth that was absent before.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
9 July 2025
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There were 22 shell casings from different guns found on the scene.—
Andrea May Sahouri,
Freep.com,
9 July 2025
Noun
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The shell is made of ultra-durable and scratch-resistant polycarbonate that keeps the suitcase light (just over six pounds) despite providing a tough shield for your belongings.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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The challenge was depositing a uniform layer of gold on a curved shield.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Verb
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The piece is marked by contrasts between the warm, enveloping sounds of the horns and the jagged tension expressed through sighing, sorrowful calls of the clarinet and ominous timpani rolls.—
Sheila Regan,
Twin Cities,
11 July 2025
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Blink Cincinnati is returning to Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky next year, enveloping the region in a kaleidoscope of lights and sounds for its fifth iteration.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
The Enquirer,
8 July 2025
Noun
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About 70 structures have been destroyed in the blaze, the NPS said, including a visitor’s center, a gas station, an administrative building and employee housing, Grand Canyon park Superintendent Ed Keable told the Associated Press.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Flames from the Dragon Bravo Fire engulfed the lodge, visitor center, gas station, wastewater treatment plant, administrative offices, and employee housing, according to park Superintendent Ed Keable.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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The cushions are thick and supportive, and the oak frame will look right at home in any Scandi design lover’s space.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
10 July 2025
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That provided even more cushion for the Twins with the Cubs lurking.—
Dane Mizutani,
Twin Cities,
10 July 2025
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“Cocoon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cocoon. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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