as in sheath
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
a fuel pod
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Recent Examples of pod
After your peonies lose their petals, trim the seed pods.
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Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 4 June 2026
For the general public that just wants to get around, transport pods have never been better.
—Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 3 June 2026
In the rooms, the welcome chocolate is by Love Cocoa, a company that uses sustainably sourced cocoa; the coffee pods are recyclable.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
In recent years, against an uncertain economic backdrop, shoppers have reached for trash bags and dishwasher pods during Prime Day, in addition to the usual favorites like Instant Pots and Echo smart speakers.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 2 June 2026
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Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 4 June 2026
For the general public that just wants to get around, transport pods have never been better.
—Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 3 June 2026
In the rooms, the welcome chocolate is by Love Cocoa, a company that uses sustainably sourced cocoa; the coffee pods are recyclable.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
In recent years, against an uncertain economic backdrop, shoppers have reached for trash bags and dishwasher pods during Prime Day, in addition to the usual favorites like Instant Pots and Echo smart speakers.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pod
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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
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Shell casings were found inside the truck, Pace said, and the four other teens inside the vehicle, who were 19, 18, 17 and 16, are in custody.—
Alexandra Simon,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
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Investigators recovered approximately 31 shell casings from the scene and said evidence showed multiple rounds were fired toward homes and residents.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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Illinois lawmakers, in the wee hours of June 1, adopted a massive $56 billion budget but otherwise spun their wheels this session, failing to act on major energy and housing legislation.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2026
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As rents continue to climb in San Francisco, a new proposal at City Hall aims to prevent renters from being surprised by hidden fees that can add hundreds of dollars to their monthly housing costs.—
Kenny Choi,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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The 700 Sky retains the same sporty spirit, of course, with a sleek, lightweight hull and a beastly powertrain ensuring exhilarating performance.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
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When a 22-meter-tall rigid sail is bolted onto a massive metal hull, the ship itself alters the environment.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
2 June 2026
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All of this was a result of the fact that Paul built the shell of the house himself, installed all the windows, the doors, plumbing and more.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Icy moons like Saturn’s Enceladus and Jupiter’s Europa likely contain oceans beneath frozen outer shells.—
Gideon Yoffe,
The Conversation,
29 May 2026
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The research focuses on direct-drive inertial confinement fusion, an approach where powerful, uniform lasers compress a fuel capsule to ignite a reaction.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
6 June 2026
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The capsule-wardrobe basic boasts a chic oversized fit, ruched cuffs, and an always-in pinstriped pattern.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
6 June 2026
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Gray and white are included in multiple details in this kitchen, from the fixture fringe to the backsplash to the window covering.—
Lauren Jones,
The Spruce,
6 June 2026
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The shoes feature the signature Chanel cap-toe design, and Holmes’ toe cap was made with a grosgrain material covering, while the upper and straps are made from leather.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
5 June 2026
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“Pod.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pod. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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