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as in housed
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 wrapped
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 enveloped
The massive road project, decades in planning, has been enveloped in controversy even before getting underway.
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Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
For Artemis, the astronauts will remain on board their capsule until the ship has enveloped the Orion in its well deck.
—Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 7 Apr. 2026
Some are right on the sea, others enveloped in rosemary, bougainvillea, and olive trees.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
These savory puff pastry bites are enveloped in Gouda cheese.
—Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 3 Apr. 2026
The home had a tall, thick wall enveloped in the material, a staple of the ‘70s.
—Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 31 Mar. 2026
As much as this music ties itself to the beauty of the physical world, it’s also enveloped by a thick fog.
—Vrinda Jagota, Pitchfork, 19 Mar. 2026
The roughly 2,600-square-foot structure is set into a sloping site and enveloped in the natural landscape along a private road.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 17 Mar. 2026
Delroy Lindo then enveloped him in a fatherly embrace.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 16 Mar. 2026
Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
For Artemis, the astronauts will remain on board their capsule until the ship has enveloped the Orion in its well deck.
—Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 7 Apr. 2026
Some are right on the sea, others enveloped in rosemary, bougainvillea, and olive trees.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
These savory puff pastry bites are enveloped in Gouda cheese.
—Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 3 Apr. 2026
The home had a tall, thick wall enveloped in the material, a staple of the ‘70s.
—Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 31 Mar. 2026
As much as this music ties itself to the beauty of the physical world, it’s also enveloped by a thick fog.
—Vrinda Jagota, Pitchfork, 19 Mar. 2026
The roughly 2,600-square-foot structure is set into a sloping site and enveloped in the natural landscape along a private road.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 17 Mar. 2026
Delroy Lindo then enveloped him in a fatherly embrace.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enveloped
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The attraction debuted last May in the building that previously housed the Wild Arctic simulator attraction.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Apr. 2026
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The buildings housed monks' cells, ovens, kitchens and storage areas.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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Booga took his post, standing at the bow while Gerry wrapped Mac in a heavy blanket and a wool watch cap.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
5 Apr. 2026
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Rogers, Shelton, Justin Topa and executive chair Tom Pohlad spoke to the group before Buxton wrapped it up by saying a few words.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
5 Apr. 2026
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Where the hill of Fiesole begins to climb, but still in Florence, that’s where the quiet idyll of Il Salviatino begins, a 15th-century villa surrounded by a 13-acre park just 10 minutes away from the Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore) and a 25-minute ride from the airport.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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If your lawn is surrounded by weeds, gophers may be attracted to the area, dining on the roots of the weeds on the way to your lawn.—
David Beaulieu,
The Spruce,
11 Apr. 2026
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China's use of executions — carried out by firing squads or lethal injections — is shrouded in secrecy but has long been extensive.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 2026
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On shrill winter nights, Moscow’s power is conspicuous, its Orthodox cathedrals and Stalinist high-rises illuminated, though the view falls dim in the autumn and spring, shrouded in sheets of greige.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Apr. 2026
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This treat is just the right size — a huge, juicy strawberry encased in red bean paste and then an outer shell of mochi.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Most bathrooms come with showers encased in rounded Crittal-style glass.—
Travis Levius,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Apr. 2026
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Covered almost entirely in glass, the light and airy expanse hosts the bridge and a spacious open or enclosed lounge that can also serve as a gym and wellness area.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
1 Apr. 2026
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This Near Northside eatery still has seats open in its dining room, enclosed veranda and (weather permitting) outside patio Easter Sunday.—
Bradley Hohulin,
IndyStar,
31 Mar. 2026
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Rio state military fire department said the blaze was under control and largely confined to the venue’s fabric roof.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2026
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But Hungary’s importance to the American Right isn’t confined to a few corners of the internet.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Breakfast is included, a generous European-style buffet with eggs, cured meats, fresh fruit, house granola, muffins, and flaky pastries.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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The email chain included a copy of that draft letter, which was written by Kozakiewicz but never sent.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Enveloped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enveloped. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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