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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
That bite grows over the course of around 90 minutes until our shadow fully envelops the orb.
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Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 1 Mar. 2026
What follows is an examination of Turner's baffling release from prison and the incredible sorrow that envelops the family after tragically losing a son and getting mired in a custody battle with the very person responsible.
—Eric Farwell, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Feb. 2026
The power of Brontë’s novel comes from its complex structure and dark, unfiltered prose that envelops you in the swirling, all-encompassing obsession of its protagonists.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 13 Feb. 2026
Seconds later the lights go out, the ovens switch off and darkness envelops the room.
—Kamila Hrabchuk, Fortune, 8 Feb. 2026
The soft wool lining envelops your feet and ankles, while the memory foam footbed offers comfortable support.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
His lengthened shadow envelops the locker room entirely.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026
Enjoy An Intimate Night Out Wendy Altschuler Worth talking about, Atsumeru’s vibe is silky, velvety, and romantic, with ambient lighting, floor-to-ceiling drapes, interesting artwork, and a hush that envelops the dining room in anticipation.
—Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Per fans, the formula yields a younger-looking complexion in mere weeks, and envelops even the most sensitive skin types in soothing hydration.
—Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 21 Jan. 2026
Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 1 Mar. 2026
What follows is an examination of Turner's baffling release from prison and the incredible sorrow that envelops the family after tragically losing a son and getting mired in a custody battle with the very person responsible.
—Eric Farwell, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Feb. 2026
The power of Brontë’s novel comes from its complex structure and dark, unfiltered prose that envelops you in the swirling, all-encompassing obsession of its protagonists.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 13 Feb. 2026
Seconds later the lights go out, the ovens switch off and darkness envelops the room.
—Kamila Hrabchuk, Fortune, 8 Feb. 2026
The soft wool lining envelops your feet and ankles, while the memory foam footbed offers comfortable support.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
His lengthened shadow envelops the locker room entirely.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026
Enjoy An Intimate Night Out Wendy Altschuler Worth talking about, Atsumeru’s vibe is silky, velvety, and romantic, with ambient lighting, floor-to-ceiling drapes, interesting artwork, and a hush that envelops the dining room in anticipation.
—Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Per fans, the formula yields a younger-looking complexion in mere weeks, and envelops even the most sensitive skin types in soothing hydration.
—Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 21 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for envelops
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The slide-out in the nose box next to the primary galley houses a fridge/freezer of up to 90 liters, and those wanting more cold storage can add a second fridge slide in place of the drawer stack on the stove/sink slide-out.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
2 Mar. 2026
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The Questroms other efforts in civic life include Boston University, which now houses the Questrom School of Business.—
Brian Womack,
Dallas Morning News,
2 Mar. 2026
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In another scene, Pidgeon wraps herself in a robe while smoking a cigarette in the hotel’s bathtub.—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
6 Mar. 2026
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Sheeran, meanwhile, wraps his Australian Loop Tour tonight at the Adelaide Oval.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
5 Mar. 2026
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The plastic that encases laundry pods dissolves and rinses out with the excess water.—
Katelyn Chef,
Southern Living,
16 Feb. 2026
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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
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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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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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This ornament, situating them as something between a throw pillow and a hand muff, shrouds the thick-boned fore- and hindquarters that give them a characteristic rolling gait.—
Andrew Norman Wilson,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
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And then there’s all the emerging tech, like a device that shrouds your body in inflammation-reducing red light at Carillon’s Miami Wellness Resort’s Inner Glow retreat, and a zero-gravity recliner at Canyon Ranch Lenox that can rescue you from menopausal rage at its M/Power retreat.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
23 Jan. 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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But the compounding nature of trade friction and geopolitical risk is forcing a deeper shift—from short-term adjustments to structural resilience that encompasses both people and policies.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
2 Mar. 2026
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Unlike the Pro Football and National Baseball halls of fame, the Naismith hall encompasses men, women, amateurs and pros.—
Brad Townsend,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Envelops.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/envelops. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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