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as in sheath
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
slip the art book into its jacket so it won't get dirty
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Recent Examples of jacket
Morgan Evans, USA Today, 13 June 2026
The store shared a first look at the custom label inside the tux jacket last month.
—Kansas City Star, 13 June 2026
Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 1 Jan. 2024
And that Chiefs jacket the pop superstar has been spotted wearing?
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2023
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Noun
Kate's light blue jacket was designed by Catherine Walker, whose designs were also worn by Princess Diana, a nod to her late mother-in-law.
—Morgan Evans, USA Today, 13 June 2026
The store shared a first look at the custom label inside the tux jacket last month.
—Kansas City Star, 13 June 2026
Verb
On December 31, the 24-year-old pop star attended Kelce's game against the Cincinnati Bengals wearing a slightly different version of the Chiefs letterman jacket her boyfriend wore on Christmas Day.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 1 Jan. 2024
And that Chiefs jacket the pop superstar has been spotted wearing?
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jacket
Noun
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More recently, a forensic scientist and criminologist hired by Kohberger's defense team named Brent Turvey has raised concerns about the chain of custody of the prosecution's main piece of evidence, a Ka-Bar knife sheath with Kohberger's DNA on it recovered next to Mogen and Goncalves.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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Extremely smooth on the palate, its flavors of blackberry, dark plum, cinnamon, and nutmeg are set into a sheath of plush tannins that gently drop off into a slightly drying finish.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
28 May 2026
Noun
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Add it to the dryer with a couple of wool dryer balls, and set the temperature as low as possible.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
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Made from a merino wool blend, these socks are naturally moisture- and heat-regulating, meaning Dad will stay comfortable on long, sweaty treks.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
Verb
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That would be especially helpful given that Newsom, as a parting gesture, wants to all but eliminate the elective office of state superintendent of public instruction and vest nearly all education oversight in the governor’s office.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
27 May 2026
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That would be especially helpful given that Newsom, as a parting gesture, wants to all but eliminate the elective office of state superintendent of public instruction and vest nearly all education oversight in the governor’s office.—
Dan Walters,
Oc Register,
26 May 2026
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Joan Cusack and Tim Allen also signed the plastic casing, and posed with the singer for photos.—
Leigh Blickley,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 June 2026
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But prosecutors say that police collected 37 shell casings from the scene, not 30.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
11 June 2026
Noun
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One way is to protect the outer sugar coat of CAR-T cells and prevent galectin-3 from binding to it.—
Charles J. Dimitroff,
The Conversation,
12 June 2026
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For your next evening affair, take a cue from the twins with Leset's silk-like collarless coat, Khaite's textured pale-blue clutch, and Toteme's satin blouse.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
12 June 2026
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Harriet, 45, wore a lace gown by Emilia Wickstead and topped the look with the Pragnell Tiara, reportedly borrowing the headpiece from the jeweler behind her engagement ring.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
8 June 2026
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The bride wore a custom lace gown by Emilia Wickstead, pairing it with a Pragnell family tiara—notably, the same jeweler designed Elizabeth's engagement ring.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
8 June 2026
Noun
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This lightweight neck gaiter can function as a sweatband, face covering, hat, or neck shield, depending on what the day calls for.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
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Prep the room with protective coverings and remove breakable items to minimize mess and damage.—
Ashlyn Needham,
The Spruce,
11 June 2026
Noun
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The singer paired the look with strappy black high-heel shoes, multiple rings and dangling earrings, choosing to wear her hair in a low bun with a few pieces left out, and blunt bangs.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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The Scream actress styled her chest-long dark brown hair in soft curls and accentuated her features with a rose gold eyeshadow and a soft pink flush on her cheekbones and lips.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
14 June 2026
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“Jacket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jacket. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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