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as in houses
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 wraps
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 envelops
Some people prefer a high-pile cotton that envelops them like a hug post shower, while others like a thinner waffle weave that dries in minutes.
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Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 24 Sep. 2025
Just one or two sprays are enough to leave a lasting impression with longevity and sillage that envelops without overpowering.
—Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2025
The lilting Calle Malaga, Morocco’s official entry for the International Feature Film Oscar, is a joy largely because of its veteran star who envelops the screen and grabs a role of a career.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2025
The Cloître Saint-Trophime envelops viewers in ancient stone and filtered light, a living monument to time’s passage.
—Lee Sharrock, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
The Louboutin sandals include a wide satin strap across the upper, which creates a wide peep-toe design in the front and envelops the front of the foot.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 24 Sep. 2025
Just one or two sprays are enough to leave a lasting impression with longevity and sillage that envelops without overpowering.
—Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2025
The lilting Calle Malaga, Morocco’s official entry for the International Feature Film Oscar, is a joy largely because of its veteran star who envelops the screen and grabs a role of a career.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2025
The Cloître Saint-Trophime envelops viewers in ancient stone and filtered light, a living monument to time’s passage.
—Lee Sharrock, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
The Louboutin sandals include a wide satin strap across the upper, which creates a wide peep-toe design in the front and envelops the front of the foot.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for envelops
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Backlogs out of Hong Kong, which houses the largest cargo airport on earth, are expected to persist through mid-October after Typhoon Ragasa caused widespread flight cancellations across the region and South China.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
1 Oct. 2025
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The Walker-Stone House is a historic structure downtown that houses the Folk School of Fayetteville.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
30 Sep. 2025
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In the film, one glowing maggot scores an oversized moth, wraps it up, then bores through its eye before eating its living brain.—
Ann Patchett,
New Yorker,
29 Sep. 2025
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Edith Hernández Torres, who runs a shop here, wraps hers in cellophane.—
Eyder Peralta,
NPR,
28 Sep. 2025
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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
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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
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Through the haze of doom that shrouds climate science shines the passion behind the quest to understand and solve one of the greatest challenges humanity has faced.—
Yasemin Saplakoglu,
Quanta Magazine,
15 Sep. 2025
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Neighboring India, which surrounds landlocked Nepal on three sides, has offered to help.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
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Adaurie Stemshorn, 29, lives in Tracy, California, and surrounds herself with animals, both fostering with the local Animal Rescue of Tracy, and caring for the pets on her farm.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Today, Authentic has amassed a portfolio that encompasses more than 50 brands including Reebok, Brooks Brothers and Champion that generate annual retail sales of $32 billion globally.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
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Cercle also encompasses a record label and the recent Cercle Odyssey event series that brought immersive performances to Los Angeles, Mexico City and Paris.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
29 Sep. 2025
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Community colleges and higher education The budget includes about $493 million in funding for community colleges in Michigan, a slight increase from the previous fiscal year, according to fiscal analyses.—
Clara Hendrickson,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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That often includes making rules and policies on issues ranging from the safety of kids' toys to what Americans can watch on TV.—
Erin Mansfield,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Envelops.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/envelops. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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