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as in housing
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 wrapping
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 enveloping
Clear, blue skies and tolerable temperatures are enveloping the Pharmalot campus this morning, where the official mascots are snoozing here and there after hunting for breakfast and keeping neighbors at bay.
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Ed Silverman, STAT, 26 Feb. 2026
Buildings of this style were often made of stone and could be identified by their elaborate asymmetrical rooflines, tourelles, and battlements with machicolations—all of which can be seen enveloping the façade of Ardross Castle.
—Alison McDermott, Architectural Digest, 19 Feb. 2026
In Camps’ hands, a cable or crewneck is never simply just that — there’s a playfulness to her draping and cutouts, subverted by the juxtaposition of gossamer-like fine gauge underpinnings with cozier, enveloping sweaters.
—Ari Stark, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
Two therapists work in sync to create a continuous, enveloping rhythm that’s disorienting in the best way.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
Jessica Luna, owner of JLL Interiors, suggests painting the bathroom’s walls and trim in the same color white for a warm, enveloping look.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
The scent trail is designed to create a gentle, enveloping effect that may foster a sense of familiarity over time.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026
These details help the room feel enveloping, rather than closed-in.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 7 Feb. 2026
Moreover, in texture and sweep, production designer Cary White and director of photography Douglas Milsome have stunningly captured the look and feel of the frontier of fable and dream, as enveloping a vision as realized by Benjamin West.
—Miles Beller, HollywoodReporter, 4 Feb. 2026
Ed Silverman, STAT, 26 Feb. 2026
Buildings of this style were often made of stone and could be identified by their elaborate asymmetrical rooflines, tourelles, and battlements with machicolations—all of which can be seen enveloping the façade of Ardross Castle.
—Alison McDermott, Architectural Digest, 19 Feb. 2026
In Camps’ hands, a cable or crewneck is never simply just that — there’s a playfulness to her draping and cutouts, subverted by the juxtaposition of gossamer-like fine gauge underpinnings with cozier, enveloping sweaters.
—Ari Stark, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
Two therapists work in sync to create a continuous, enveloping rhythm that’s disorienting in the best way.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
Jessica Luna, owner of JLL Interiors, suggests painting the bathroom’s walls and trim in the same color white for a warm, enveloping look.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
The scent trail is designed to create a gentle, enveloping effect that may foster a sense of familiarity over time.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026
These details help the room feel enveloping, rather than closed-in.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 7 Feb. 2026
Moreover, in texture and sweep, production designer Cary White and director of photography Douglas Milsome have stunningly captured the look and feel of the frontier of fable and dream, as enveloping a vision as realized by Benjamin West.
—Miles Beller, HollywoodReporter, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enveloping
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The Minneapolis City Council debated the renewal of two liquor licenses on Tuesday, focusing on two hotels allegedly housing federal agents during Operation Metro Surge.—
Ashley Grams,
CBS News,
18 Feb. 2026
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The building housing the Merchant's House Museum was built in 1832.—
Jeana Fermi,
ABC News,
13 Feb. 2026
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According to a report from CNN, Burger King decided to stop wrapping Whoppers in paper after years of complaints about smushed burgers.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
26 Feb. 2026
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Later in the year, Styles will kick off his Together, Together tour, which marks his first big set of performances since wrapping his Love on Tour in 2023.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
26 Feb. 2026
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The 36 cottages and suites are terraced up the surrounding hillsides.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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Now, incidents like these occur far too frequently for some, who believe vagrancy and crime from surrounding neighborhoods is beginning to creep into Wedgwood Square.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Feb. 2026
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So unfortunately, right now there's a cloud of mystery still shrouding what's happening here.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
6 Feb. 2026
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The shrouding haze seemed to breathe, ebbing and flowing slowly, allowing momentary distant views that vanished with the next foggy breath.—
Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Jan. 2026
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Pill pockets, like this top option by Greenies, mask the sight and smell of a pill by encasing it in a treat.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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This week the arriving athletes seemed more interested in getting accustomed to their free Samsung phones and using their own gestures to direct a robotic hand behind glass to pick up a plastic ball encasing a mystery Olympic pin.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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The implications run much deeper than enclosing a space along Lake Michigan for dogs to roam freely.—
Shun Graves,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026
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Both public parks and private allotments served as compensation for a long process of enclosing public commons to make the urban and rural landscapes of today, in which territories are divided, fenced, and often guarded.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 Feb. 2026
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Romance feels confining as Venus clashes with Uranus today.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
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The requirement to add wheels adds costs and can limit where these homes are allowed, often confining them to mobile home parks under local zoning rules.—
Samantha Delouya,
CNN Money,
8 Feb. 2026
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Waymo’s service area in Dallas is 50 square miles, encompassing downtown, reaching south into Bishop Arts and parts of South Dallas, east through Deep Ellum, west through Love Field, and north all the way to University Park.—
Sasha Richie,
Dallas Morning News,
24 Feb. 2026
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American Water Contract Services Group has issued a boil water advisory for customers who live south of Ferry Avenue through Collings Road, encompassing Fairview, Morgan Village, and Centerville, as well as a small portion of Waterfront South.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Enveloping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enveloping. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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