as in encloses
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers
fear of the outside world can encase a person just as surely as stone walls
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Recent Examples of encases
The plastic that encases laundry pods dissolves and rinses out with the excess water.
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Katelyn Chef, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
In reality, Puertorriqueñidad encases a variety of stories, styles, shades, and textures, which were displayed through every narrative tool possible, including the varied characters, scenery, and fashion choices of the production.
—Sofía Viera, Allure, 9 Feb. 2026
Designed from high-temperature polyimide aerogel, the armor encases the drone’s sensitive parts in a single cast structure.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 26 Jan. 2026
Handcrafted in Portugal, each pair is finished with wool laces with an outsole that appears caught mid-pour, forming a shell that encases the upper.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 28 Nov. 2025
The ultra-soft clogs are made out of a plush faux shearling fabric that encases a springy foam midsole.
—Michelle Tchea, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2025
This spinal area lies just outside the dura mater, and is a tough membrane that encases the spinal cord and the system that allows cerebrospinal fluid to circulate.
—Stephen C. George, Discover Magazine, 20 Feb. 2025
The mission will investigate the exact thickness of the ice shell that encases the moon and how that frozen exterior interacts with the ocean beneath it, as well as characterize the moon’s geology.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN, 14 Oct. 2024
Inspired by dystopian science fiction, the hulking hunk of unpainted metal barely squeezes into a lane of traffic and encases its driver in a (sort of) bulletproof tank that’s easily mistaken for a weapon of war.
—Rebecca Jennings, Vox, 26 Sep. 2024
Katelyn Chef, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
In reality, Puertorriqueñidad encases a variety of stories, styles, shades, and textures, which were displayed through every narrative tool possible, including the varied characters, scenery, and fashion choices of the production.
—Sofía Viera, Allure, 9 Feb. 2026
Designed from high-temperature polyimide aerogel, the armor encases the drone’s sensitive parts in a single cast structure.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 26 Jan. 2026
Handcrafted in Portugal, each pair is finished with wool laces with an outsole that appears caught mid-pour, forming a shell that encases the upper.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 28 Nov. 2025
The ultra-soft clogs are made out of a plush faux shearling fabric that encases a springy foam midsole.
—Michelle Tchea, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2025
This spinal area lies just outside the dura mater, and is a tough membrane that encases the spinal cord and the system that allows cerebrospinal fluid to circulate.
—Stephen C. George, Discover Magazine, 20 Feb. 2025
The mission will investigate the exact thickness of the ice shell that encases the moon and how that frozen exterior interacts with the ocean beneath it, as well as characterize the moon’s geology.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN, 14 Oct. 2024
Inspired by dystopian science fiction, the hulking hunk of unpainted metal barely squeezes into a lane of traffic and encases its driver in a (sort of) bulletproof tank that’s easily mistaken for a weapon of war.
—Rebecca Jennings, Vox, 26 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for encases
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This process continues for decades until eventually, one day, immune mediators rupture the cap that encloses the plaque.—
Mary J. Scourboutakos,
The Conversation,
19 Dec. 2025
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The 17e features a notch at the top that houses the TrueDepth camera and Face ID components.—
Eric Zeman,
PC Magazine,
9 Mar. 2026
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The same facility also houses deposed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and hip-hop artist Tekashi 6ix9ine, whose real name is Daniel Hernandez.—
Adam Reiss,
NBC news,
8 Mar. 2026
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Tight end Colston Loveland will also factor heavily into the passing game as Chicago surrounds Caleb Williams with young weapons on a similar career timeline.—
Carter Bahns,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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That is certainly true of Harwood Park, an urban oasis that deftly incorporates and activates the historic architecture that surrounds it, forming an appealing place for public events and play.—
Mark Lamster
Architecture Critic,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Mar. 2026
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The graphic below includes all races that county voters cast ballots for.—
Caitlin McGlade,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Mar. 2026
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That includes a tenth of the cohort who were making catch-up contributions, Fidelity said.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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The film, set in 1920s Montana, unwraps the lives of the Burbank brothers, Phil (Benedict Cumberbatch) and George (Jesse Plemons), after George marries lonely widow Rose Gordon (Kirsten Dunst), setting surly Phil into a tailspin of cruelty that envelops the family.—
Sezin Devi Keohler,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Mar. 2026
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That bite grows over the course of around 90 minutes until our shadow fully envelops the orb.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Outside,
1 Mar. 2026
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Places like Los Angeles and Oakland have high permit fees and strict zoning that often confines cans to industrial areas.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Feb. 2026
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In an industry that often confines its actors, especially women and especially Black women, Hall continues to carve a path defined by risk, depth and courage.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
14 Nov. 2025
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