1
as in to house
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers
a chronic mistrust of outsiders envelops that neighborhood, cutting it off from the rest of the city
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as in to wrap
to surround or cover closely
the truth of the presidential assassination is enveloped in a dense fog of myths and conspiracy theories
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Recent Examples of envelop
With your modern ruler, Neptune, retrograde in Aries, your second house of money, comfort and values becomes enveloped in the foggy haze, urging you to reconsider your approach to money, resources and self-worth.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 8 July 2025
The vibrant yet retro theme envelops the club, creating an inviting environment for all.
—Ronny Maye, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
Speaking of, Hourglass’s Phantom Balm delivers similar a vibrant and long-lasting color payoff, enveloping the lips in a head-turning shine.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 25 July 2025
On the ground, Russian forces continue to make grinding gains in eastern Ukraine, including enveloping the key town of Pokrovsk, in the Donetsk region, according to the Institute for the Study of War, a think tank in Washington.
—Alexander Smith, NBC news, 23 July 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 8 July 2025
The vibrant yet retro theme envelops the club, creating an inviting environment for all.
—Ronny Maye, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
Speaking of, Hourglass’s Phantom Balm delivers similar a vibrant and long-lasting color payoff, enveloping the lips in a head-turning shine.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 25 July 2025
On the ground, Russian forces continue to make grinding gains in eastern Ukraine, including enveloping the key town of Pokrovsk, in the Donetsk region, according to the Institute for the Study of War, a think tank in Washington.
—Alexander Smith, NBC news, 23 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for envelop
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The South Texas Family Residential Center, one of the largest of its kind in the US, primarily houses migrant women and children.—
Hanna Park,
CNN Money,
15 Aug. 2025
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The huge camera module houses a moving prism to switch focal length, which looks like an engineering marvel when put to use.—
Prakhar Khanna,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Cover or wrap it loosely with a clean, dry bandage.—
Marina Johnson,
The Courier-Journal,
18 Aug. 2025
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The proud mom smiled as her little girl gave her a tight hug, with her arm wrapped around her neck.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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There was a period of time where you were allowed to enclose your terrace and form a sunroom, which is very nice.—
Matthew Sedacca,
Curbed,
14 Aug. 2025
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Our other hybrid mattress selection all combine these two features: an encased coil system and plush materials like memory foam (some are enclosed with a luxe organic cotton top cover).—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
14 Aug. 2025
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Although much about the exact specifications of the Su-57 and the F-22 are shrouded in secrecy, the Raptor generally comes out on top as the most advanced aircraft, Mertens said.—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
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Still luxurious, still driven by French technique, still underscored by classical dishes, yet still shrouded by the reputation and menus of the Inn’s meat and potato past.—
Kristin L. Wolfe,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Authorities have issued mandatory evacuation orders for multiple zones, including Val Verde, Hasley Canyon, and areas surrounding Lake Piru.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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Dodge's lineup build-out comes as automakers are grappling with changing policies surrounding electric vehicles under the Trump administration.—
Ali McCadden,
CNBC,
8 Aug. 2025
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For anyone under 35, a floppy disk is a magnetic memory strip encased in plastic that is physically inserted into a computer.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
9 Aug. 2025
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After thousands of hours of digital reconstruction, the 3D scans clearly depicted tissue-thin bones encasing organs and musculature preserved in unprecedented detail.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
6 Aug. 2025
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Its value was largely confined to the provider who created or maintained it.—
Seth Joseph,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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The elementary school curriculum was mostly limited to the three R’s, and the high schools confined themselves to a college-preparatory program.—
Sloan Wilson,
Harpers Magazine,
20 Aug. 2025
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Reporting includes information from Reuters and the Associated Press.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Aug. 2025
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Bonus content includes a behind-the-scenes look at the airplane and ocean stunts, deleted footage montage with optional commentary by Director Christopher McQuarrie, the challenges of filming the technical and extremely dangerous stunts, and an in-depth discussion with McQuarrie and Cruise.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Envelop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/envelop. Accessed 24 Aug. 2025.
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