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as in substituted
to serve as a replacement usually for a time only
a friend covered for me as a hospital volunteer while my family went on vacation
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as in coated
to form a layer over
by morning a foot of snow covered the ground
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as in shielded
to place a protective layer over
better cover your skin with sunblock if you don't want a sunburn, not to mention skin cancer
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as in concerned
to have (something) as a subject matter
this section of the book covers kitchen makeovers for the enterprising do-it-yourselfer
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as in concealed
to keep secret or shut off from view
covered the foxhole with grass and leaves
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as in traversed
to make one's way through, across, or over
we usually manage to cover a lot of ground in a single day
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as in monitored
to pay continued close attention to (something) for a particular purpose
I'll cover the reception desk while you take a break
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as in protected
to drive danger or attack away from
covered the wounded soldier until he could be rescued from the downed chopper
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as in sheltered
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Recent Examples of covered
Chris Kenning, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Any member who violates the ban would need to pay a fee equal to 10% of the value of the covered investment, and get rid of any profits from that investment.
—Emily Wilkins, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
Charlotte Padel Club has been here since 2022, operating two indoor courts in South Charlotte, with six more covered courts being built, and six outdoor courts in Matthews.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2025
Braising starts by browning meat or vegetables in fat, then cooking them in a small amount of liquid, such as broth or wine, in a covered vessel.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2025
There’s also a bar and lounge (with a tapas kitchen), a dedicated event space, three private dining rooms and a covered terrace.
—Andy Wang, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Outside is a covered porch, complete with AC to enjoy beach views all summer-long.
—Colson Thayer, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The venue — which also features a covered professional stage, premium acoustics and full power capabilities — will host touring artists, cultural festivals and civic events.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 27 Aug. 2025
Last month, Aldermen Felix Cardona, 31st, and Gilbert Villegas, 36th, removed their wards from the pilot ordinance that is in effect through 2029, shrinking the covered area by around 10%.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Aug. 2025
Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
Madsen later had an 11-yard TD run to counter the Eagles’ lone first-half scoring drive, which covered 72 yards in 10 plays.
—Jim Keyser, Idaho Statesman, 6 Sep. 2025
Notably, the settlement allows authors to retain rights and legal claims for any works not covered by the lawsuit.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 5 Sep. 2025
Related Stories When Ema disappears and tragedy is covered up, Daniel faces betrayal and decides to seek revenge before leaving.
—Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Deputies who responded to the scene said the home was covered in trash and smelled of human excrement.
—Chris Spargo, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
Guests can reserve the sand court for a game of volleyball, host events like puppy birthday parties and enjoy covered seating areas.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 5 Sep. 2025
Their effort involved 125 adults completing a survey that covered their smartphone habits on the toilet, along with their fiber intake and exercise habits.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 5 Sep. 2025
Guard units under federal control are covered by the Posse Comitatus Act.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Aug. 2025
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Fewer covered patients would mean more unreimbursed costs for hospitals and less money to fund services and pay workers.
—Chris Kenning, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Any member who violates the ban would need to pay a fee equal to 10% of the value of the covered investment, and get rid of any profits from that investment.
—Emily Wilkins, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
Charlotte Padel Club has been here since 2022, operating two indoor courts in South Charlotte, with six more covered courts being built, and six outdoor courts in Matthews.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2025
Braising starts by browning meat or vegetables in fat, then cooking them in a small amount of liquid, such as broth or wine, in a covered vessel.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2025
There’s also a bar and lounge (with a tapas kitchen), a dedicated event space, three private dining rooms and a covered terrace.
—Andy Wang, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Outside is a covered porch, complete with AC to enjoy beach views all summer-long.
—Colson Thayer, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The venue — which also features a covered professional stage, premium acoustics and full power capabilities — will host touring artists, cultural festivals and civic events.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 27 Aug. 2025
Last month, Aldermen Felix Cardona, 31st, and Gilbert Villegas, 36th, removed their wards from the pilot ordinance that is in effect through 2029, shrinking the covered area by around 10%.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Aug. 2025
Adjective
All four sides of the building are covered by a pattern of interlocking trapezoidal pieces that serve as a sunscreen, cooling the interior.
—Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
Madsen later had an 11-yard TD run to counter the Eagles’ lone first-half scoring drive, which covered 72 yards in 10 plays.
—Jim Keyser, Idaho Statesman, 6 Sep. 2025
Notably, the settlement allows authors to retain rights and legal claims for any works not covered by the lawsuit.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 5 Sep. 2025
Related Stories When Ema disappears and tragedy is covered up, Daniel faces betrayal and decides to seek revenge before leaving.
—Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Deputies who responded to the scene said the home was covered in trash and smelled of human excrement.
—Chris Spargo, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
Guests can reserve the sand court for a game of volleyball, host events like puppy birthday parties and enjoy covered seating areas.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 5 Sep. 2025
Their effort involved 125 adults completing a survey that covered their smartphone habits on the toilet, along with their fiber intake and exercise habits.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 5 Sep. 2025
Guard units under federal control are covered by the Posse Comitatus Act.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for covered
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In addition, Levi products can easily be substituted for other brands.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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And down 7-0 after the Twins added on against Matsui in the seventh, the Padres substituted liberally.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Aug. 2025
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Some people take all the components off the frame, strip off all the decals, then get the whole thing sanded and powder-coated with a fresh coat of paint.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 Sep. 2025
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Use in anti-counterfeiting measures In this new study, researchers placed a liquid crystal solution between two pieces of glass coated with dye molecules.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Sep. 2025
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When paired with comparative outcomes data, such as Lilly’s demonstration of efficacy versus competitors, DTC models can introduce real competition into a sector often shielded from consumer market dynamics.—
Rita Numerof,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Independent agencies such as the FTC, the National Labor Relations Board, and the Federal Communications Commission were designed to be shielded from direct political pressure while enforcing federal regulations.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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There will be a temptation because of his height to draw parallels with Moyes’ use of Marouane Fellaini and Soucek, two key pillars of his Everton and West Ham sides, but where Rohl is concerned, his size can be deceptive.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Trevor Lawrence will have added pressure to get back to elite status as far as quarterbacking is concerned.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Rather than sharing information about the change with the FAA, Boeing concealed the information and deceived the FAA about the part.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Sep. 2025
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The elaborate deception also was concealed by blaming the chaos of the pandemic as well as the Hollywood labor strikes, which roiled real production cycles during this period.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2025
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Much of the rest of the hike was dry and traversed gentle gravel bars or smooth limestone expanses, skirting the edges of grassy bluffs and rocky cliffs.—
Eva Frederick,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Sep. 2025
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Our parents were up the sand, loose and recumbent, snacking on octopus jerky and reading aloud journal entries my great-great-great-great-grandfather kept as his family traversed the territory to homestead a new life.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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Though she was monitored by cameras and armed guards, Sara tried in her own way to resist the terrible labor that she’d been forced into.—
Christine Ro,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Comments On Deadline Hollywood are monitored.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
8 Sep. 2025
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Proponents of the relocation, however, believe it is protected by their First Amendment religious rights.—
Taylor Seely,
AZCentral.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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And the biggest improvement of all — Harrell protected the ball, finishing the game 17 of 29 for 140 yards.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Covered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/covered. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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