as in sheaths
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
a fuel pod
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Recent Examples of pods
Recently, the Pet Poison Helpline identified an identical illness in dogs that ingested large amounts of cream of tartar (one dog ate homemade Play-Dough), or tamarind pods or paste (used in Southeast Asian dishes).
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The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
Some KC-135s can also refuel planes from pods on their wings.
—Kim Tong-Hyung, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Insulet — The maker of continuous glucose monitoring devices is recalling certain batches of its Omnipod 5 pods.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
The recalled insulin pods have lot numbers beginning with PH1U, followed by an 8-digit number.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 13 Mar. 2026
The restrooms look like pods, each with a toilet that is cleaned after each use, and the floors are power-washed.
—Marissa Sulek, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
The company lists some research tunnels in use, including one in Texas in which passengers could travel in autonomous electric pods at upwards of 600 mph (965 kph).
—ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026
The culprit appeared to be tara flour, made from the seed pods of a thorny tree called Peruvian carob.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
For a fast way to add flavor to your latte, these chai latte K-cup pods don’t require any addition of milk.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
Some KC-135s can also refuel planes from pods on their wings.
—Kim Tong-Hyung, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Insulet — The maker of continuous glucose monitoring devices is recalling certain batches of its Omnipod 5 pods.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
The recalled insulin pods have lot numbers beginning with PH1U, followed by an 8-digit number.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 13 Mar. 2026
The restrooms look like pods, each with a toilet that is cleaned after each use, and the floors are power-washed.
—Marissa Sulek, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
The company lists some research tunnels in use, including one in Texas in which passengers could travel in autonomous electric pods at upwards of 600 mph (965 kph).
—ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026
The culprit appeared to be tara flour, made from the seed pods of a thorny tree called Peruvian carob.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
For a fast way to add flavor to your latte, these chai latte K-cup pods don’t require any addition of milk.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pods
Noun
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Nuts and fatty fishes, like salmon and sardines, contain omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for building the insulating sheaths that surround the nerve fibers that carry information from one brain cell to another.—
Dana G. Smith,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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Taylor, then with her fourth husband Richard Burton, wanted to ditch her formal '50s style of long skirts and tasteful sheaths.—
Liz McNeil,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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These plastics appear in countless products, including food packaging and water bottles; medical equipment, such as syringes and IV bags; electronics casings and appliances; automotive parts; and construction materials, such as pipes and insulation.—
André O. Hudson,
The Conversation,
11 Mar. 2026
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Inside the vehicle were an AR-15-style rifle, spent casings and a blond wig, McDonnell said.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
11 Mar. 2026
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And in others, the bedspreads and canopies boldly match the drapes and even the wall coverings.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
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That’s where low-maintenance landscape design comes in—things like intentionally choosing drought-tolerant plants or selecting low or no-mow ground coverings can be beautiful while giving you time back in your busy schedule.—
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
7 Mar. 2026
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The sturdy plastic housings resist fading and cracking and are brown in color to blend with most outdoor surfaces.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
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Traditional outdoor TVs, with thick bezels and industrial housings, often disrupt that balance, becoming visual anchors rather than complements.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Jan. 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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Polyester resins are everywhere, forming the matrix in glass-fiber composites used in everything from boat hulls and automotive body panels to roofing sheets and sanitary fixtures.—
Etiido Uko
March 08,
New Atlas,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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These expanding shells play a key role in enriching the interstellar medium with heavy elements and molecules that later help build new stars and planets.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Mar. 2026
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My mum worked at the BSA factory at the time, putting explosives into artillery shells.—
Stephen Schaefer,
Boston Herald,
15 Mar. 2026
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Dried valerian roots can be prepared as teas or tinctures, while other plant materials and extracts have been distributed as capsules or tablets, per the NIH.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
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
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“Pods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pods. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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