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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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Recent Examples of covered
Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 15 Jan. 2026
The Le Bop Marcella Barrel Pants fit the bill, featuring a stylish cropped length, horseshoe silhouette, and discreet covered elastic waistband.
—Irene Richardson, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026
Nearby, the dining area spills open to a covered patio, where loungers look out on the surrounding gardens.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 12 Jan. 2026
To best mimic this environment, place your apple tree in a cool, unheated room, such as a covered porch, sunroom, garage, or basement.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 10 Jan. 2026
With a giant open-air amphitheater, a covered pavilion that hosts the local farmers market, and plenty of open green spaces to relax, Trailblazer Park is an excellent way to enjoy the town from a local’s perspective.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Karen Brooks Harper, Dallas Morning News, 10 Jan. 2026
At the check-in desk (which is covered in palm-frond prints), you’ll be greeted with a free cold PBR, a tribute to the can-crushing dexterity of the notorious Blondie, who works the legendary lounge downstairs.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Bed bugs aren’t covered in most plans, but interruption-for-any-reason coverage could help consumers recoup some of the unused trip expenses, according to Seven Corners.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2026
Stone’s sheer hold-ups were covered in a leopard print design and completely covered her see-through pointy-toed heels.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 10 Jan. 2026
These surfaces might not be covered in spatters, but cleaning them can help to prevent the spread of germs and keep this high-profile kitchen appliance looking presentable.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026
Separate mobile-camera footage from Fardis, a city about 50 kilometers (31 miles) west of Tehran, showed at least seven bodies covered in blood inside a building.
—Arsalan Shahla, Fortune, 10 Jan. 2026
The following is a list of benefits for keeping your windows covered in the wintertime.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 10 Jan. 2026
But what was covered was very, very, very accurate.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
Since 1999, Nicole has been a designer, copy editor, family columnist, and covered style, home design, gardening and other news-you-can-use topics.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 15 Jan. 2026
The Le Bop Marcella Barrel Pants fit the bill, featuring a stylish cropped length, horseshoe silhouette, and discreet covered elastic waistband.
—Irene Richardson, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026
Nearby, the dining area spills open to a covered patio, where loungers look out on the surrounding gardens.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 12 Jan. 2026
To best mimic this environment, place your apple tree in a cool, unheated room, such as a covered porch, sunroom, garage, or basement.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 10 Jan. 2026
With a giant open-air amphitheater, a covered pavilion that hosts the local farmers market, and plenty of open green spaces to relax, Trailblazer Park is an excellent way to enjoy the town from a local’s perspective.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Verb
She's also covered the cartel wars along the TX-MX border, Congress in Mexico City, 3 presidential races, and 6 hurricanes.
—Karen Brooks Harper, Dallas Morning News, 10 Jan. 2026
At the check-in desk (which is covered in palm-frond prints), you’ll be greeted with a free cold PBR, a tribute to the can-crushing dexterity of the notorious Blondie, who works the legendary lounge downstairs.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Bed bugs aren’t covered in most plans, but interruption-for-any-reason coverage could help consumers recoup some of the unused trip expenses, according to Seven Corners.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2026
Stone’s sheer hold-ups were covered in a leopard print design and completely covered her see-through pointy-toed heels.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 10 Jan. 2026
These surfaces might not be covered in spatters, but cleaning them can help to prevent the spread of germs and keep this high-profile kitchen appliance looking presentable.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026
Separate mobile-camera footage from Fardis, a city about 50 kilometers (31 miles) west of Tehran, showed at least seven bodies covered in blood inside a building.
—Arsalan Shahla, Fortune, 10 Jan. 2026
The following is a list of benefits for keeping your windows covered in the wintertime.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 10 Jan. 2026
But what was covered was very, very, very accurate.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for covered
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Make sure to protect your fruit tree from freezing temperatures in winter by either bringing it indoors or to a sheltered location, or insulating the pot with a blanket and topping with a layer of mulch.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
10 Jan. 2026
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Timmins has long been an analytical darling in a sheltered third-pair capacity.—
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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In addition to halibut, another delicate white fish, such as grouper, sea bass or flounder, can be substituted.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
13 Jan. 2026
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When the Brazil international was substituted on 81 minutes, whistles rang around the Alinma Stadium, and another replay shown on Movistar TV appeared to show a smiling Simeone pointing to his ear to tell the Brazil forward to listen to the noise being aimed at him.—
Guillermo Rai,
New York Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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Sprinkle the flour over the onion and cook, stirring constantly, until coated, another 30 seconds.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
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Most cookie sheets are also coated to prevent sticking.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
14 Jan. 2026
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Where to Stay Oom Bubble Boutique Find your own bubble under the stars, cocooned in nature—but shielded from mosquitos—30 minutes inland at the Oom luxury glamping enclave for adults.—
Gemma Price,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
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Long shielded by her husband from the nitty-gritty of a figuratively and often physically dirty industry, Cami must transform herself from dutiful wife to energy executive powerhouse.—
Michael M. Rosen,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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Where camellia bud drop is concerned, Nuccio says this can result either from lack of water or moisture resting on the buds, which can be especially problematic on the coast.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
9 Jan. 2026
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As the cold temperatures sweep through the South this winter, you may be concerned about bundling up and the beauty mistakes that could be ruining your skin.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
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For the white men, the experience of prison was the veil that now concealed them, rendering them strangers and exiles from the world outside.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Jan. 2026
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Glam was striking, amped up even with half of her face concealed.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
14 Jan. 2026
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The sets built by Fisk traversed New York City and required the funding of a midbudget studio film (this is reportedly the most expensive production in A24’s history).—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Jan. 2026
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This family had traversed the jungle of the notorious Darien Gap with newborn Ashley, fleeing Ecuador to follow their dream of a safer life in America.—
Carol Guzy,
Miami Herald,
1 Jan. 2026
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The county offered testimony from several jail officials who said that people in administrative separation are closely monitored and that deputies are trained to respond when help is needed — evidence the judge relied on in his ruling.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Jan. 2026
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The district will be monitored for the next five years, at the minimum.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Covered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/covered. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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