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as in to substitute
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 to concern
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 to conceal
to keep secret or shut off from view
covered the foxhole with grass and leaves
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as in to cross
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 to monitor
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 to protect
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 defense
means or method of defending
provided cover while their comrades ran for safety
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as in covering
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
put the restaurant menus in clear plastic covers so that they would last longer
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as in replacement
a person or thing that takes the place of another
people may only skip their shifts if they find a cover for themselves first
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as in roof
a raised covering over something for decoration or protection
all of the exhibits at the fair are under cover, so the weather won't be a factor
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as in veil
something that covers or conceals like a piece of cloth
under cover of friendship the con man insinuated himself in the lives of the unsuspecting couple
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Recent Examples of cover
Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 20 June 2025
Combined, Medicaid and CHIP protect nearly half of all children in the United States, beginning with important prenatal care, covering over 40% of U.S. births as well as nearly half of all rural births, and continuing to insure millions of vulnerable children into young adulthood.
—Cory Turner, NPR, 20 June 2025
Taylor Crumpton, Time, 20 June 2025
As an illustrator, Sartain created the cover for Leon Russell’s 1975 album Will O’ the Wisp (Russell was from Oklahoma, too).
—Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 20 June 2025
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Verb
This particular freedom day's origin story is a bit murky given how few newspapers covered African American celebrations in the late 19th century.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 20 June 2025
Combined, Medicaid and CHIP protect nearly half of all children in the United States, beginning with important prenatal care, covering over 40% of U.S. births as well as nearly half of all rural births, and continuing to insure millions of vulnerable children into young adulthood.
—Cory Turner, NPR, 20 June 2025
Noun
But this album cover does feel like her attempt to participate in a cherished tradition for women in pop music.
—Taylor Crumpton, Time, 20 June 2025
As an illustrator, Sartain created the cover for Leon Russell’s 1975 album Will O’ the Wisp (Russell was from Oklahoma, too).
—Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cover
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
21 June 2025
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Herrera had already been substituted after going off injured in the 20th-minute and was shown a straight red card when the referee was informed of his behaviour.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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Add 1/2 cup of warm dressing and toss to coat the ingredients evenly.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2025
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Sear in a hot pan coated in a thin layer of oil until the meat is browned to your liking.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 June 2025
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Carpenter covers her face, shielding herself from the line of guests walking up the stairs.—
Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2025
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National Guard troops are not marching through Los Angeles; they are posted at or near federal property to shield it and the agents inside.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2025
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But there is often a tradeoff between civil liberties and crime prevention and, where minors are concerned, protection must come first.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2025
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As far as improving from the status quo is concerned, this is the best provision in the bill.—
The Editors,
National Review,
20 June 2025
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Many of the individuals, including some concealing their faces with masks and hoods, appeared to be filming the cruiser with cell phones.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
16 June 2025
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Kate goes to extreme measures to conceal her daughter’s crime, preparing her with an ironclad alibi and dumping the dead body into a nearby lake.—
Francesca Gariano,
People.com,
14 June 2025
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Fingers crossed for an eventual console release as well!—
David Jagneaux,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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Controlling a fire means ensuring that the fire can't spread or cross the containment line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2025
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Carlisle, speaking on a local radio show, said Haliburton will likely be listed as questionable on the injury report as the team monitors his status ahead of the matchup.—
Tobias Bass,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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Both aircraft carriers were monitored by three Japanese warships, according to the update.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 June 2025
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The Marines are tasked with protecting federal facilities and personnel, according to a statement from U.S. Northern Command, and will operate under Task Force 51—a contingency unit created to coordinate military support for domestic emergencies.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
11 June 2025
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Behind the scenes, the preservation society worked closely with HBO’s production team to protect the historic interiors, creatively adapting elements like the original billiard table to fit filming needs without compromising the estate’s integrity.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
10 June 2025
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“Cover.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cover. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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