as in sheath
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
a fuel pod
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Recent Examples of pod
For a fast way to add flavor to your latte, these chai latte K-cup pods don’t require any addition of milk.
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Now, the iconic car and aero-engine manufacturing firm will move on to system integration and dual-pod testing at the NASA Stennis Space Center in Mississippi.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 3 Mar. 2026
Andy Mitten said on the pod that maybe this is the best use of Sesko for now.
—Ian Irving, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
Fan dances, the holodeck, decontamination gel, and stripping down to our underwear in shuttle pods.
—Matthew Razak, Space.com, 28 Feb. 2026
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Now, the iconic car and aero-engine manufacturing firm will move on to system integration and dual-pod testing at the NASA Stennis Space Center in Mississippi.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 3 Mar. 2026
Andy Mitten said on the pod that maybe this is the best use of Sesko for now.
—Ian Irving, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
Fan dances, the holodeck, decontamination gel, and stripping down to our underwear in shuttle pods.
—Matthew Razak, Space.com, 28 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pod
Noun
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The religious article, called a kirpan, cannot be longer than 10 inches and must be contained in a sheath to wear in City Hall, according to the ordinance.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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For cocktail dresses with some fabric texture, consider this tulle midi dress or this lace sheath dress—both of which come in a multitude of spring color options.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Investigators found shell casings from all three weapons over a block-and-a-half stretch of Garrison Street.—
Logan Smith,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
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Strewn near the bodies were spent shell casings and a shotgun shell.—
Daniel Wu,
Washington Post,
6 Mar. 2026
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Once again using the housing analogy, think of VPS hosting as your own apartment in a building, with utilities that other tenants can't use.—
Gabriel Zamora,
PC Magazine,
8 Mar. 2026
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Now, the housing authority is planning some renovations in the area along with the sale of two buildings.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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The yard has also confirmed that another hull has already been sold, with construction currently underway.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
10 Mar. 2026
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Insurance coverage will initially focus on protecting cargo and the vessels’ hulls and machinery.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Mar. 2026
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The team created a soft hydrogel made from chitosan, a naturally occurring polymer found in the shells of crustaceans.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2026
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Another less conventional item on the menu is the Mountain Dew Baja Midnight Pie, which takes the flavor of the soft drink and transforms it into a dessert, as well as Cheesy G Sliders, small sandwiches made with a crispy corn shell and several layers of cheese.—
Imelda García,
Dallas Morning News,
13 Mar. 2026
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In 2026, drivers will find a fresh crop of modern classics alongside the time-capsule treasures.—
Zoey Goto,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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How to Use Magnesium glycinate comes in capsules, tablets, powders, or liquids, and many people prefer taking it at night for its calming effect and potential sleep support.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Introduces Microplastics Many landscape coverings are fabricated using plastics that are susceptible to degradation.—
Emily Hayes,
Martha Stewart,
7 Mar. 2026
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The video, appearing to have been AI-generated, begins with two people walking toward a building and wearing head coverings, possibly hijabs, shaylas, Al-miras or khimars.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Pod.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pod. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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