as in cloak
something that covers or conceals like a piece of cloth
with the coming of spring the hills will once again don their robes of green
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as in to clothe
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
robed the queen in her ceremonial garments
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Recent Examples of robe
Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 11 Jan. 2026
In their flowing saffron and ocher robes, the men are walking for peace.
—Deepa Bharath, Fortune, 11 Jan. 2026
Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 11 July 2024
He was robed for an event at the state Capitol on Thursday and said he’ll be dressed the same way on Saturday in Modesto.
—Modesto Bee Staff, Sacramento Bee, 3 May 2024
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Noun
Men and women with gavels and long, black robes will continue seeing to that.
—Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 11 Jan. 2026
In their flowing saffron and ocher robes, the men are walking for peace.
—Deepa Bharath, Fortune, 11 Jan. 2026
Verb
Consider filling in the gaps with some light profiteroles, robed in dark chocolate sauce at the table.
—Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 11 July 2024
He was robed for an event at the state Capitol on Thursday and said he’ll be dressed the same way on Saturday in Modesto.
—Modesto Bee Staff, Sacramento Bee, 3 May 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for robe
Noun
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Partnership and teamwork can be real deals or can be cloaks for non-contributors if someone doesn’t see their pattern.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Partnership and teamwork can be real deal or can be cloaks for non-contributors if someone doesn’t see their pattern.—
Tribune Content Agency,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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From statement kitchen islands clad in marble effect porcelain to entryway floors where guests can keep their shoes on without the guilt, this material delivers practicality and style in several spaces within a home.—
Nomita Vaish-Taylor,
The Spruce,
9 Jan. 2026
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In one shot from the campaign, Hailey also sits in a large chest of drawers, painting her toenails while clad in her Victoria's Secret lingerie.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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View gallery - 6 images There are a bunch of dedicated devices that literally lift the veil of darkness to reveal a secret nocturnal world.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 Jan. 2026
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For years, Maryland’s sprawling nonprofit sector has operated behind a veil of secrecy that state leaders praise publicly but struggle to explain under scrutiny.—
Gary Collins,
Baltimore Sun,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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His butler opened the door and, seeing the Beretta in the young man’s gloved hand, led the visitor to the bathroom where Sieff was dressing.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Jan. 2026
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With prices starting as low as $8, the retailer is packed with markdowns on cozy sweaters, travel-ready pants, and matching sets that make getting dressed—and staying comfortable—effortless.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Jan. 2026
Noun
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One man is covered with a bloody white shroud inside a body bag.—
Marin Scott,
NBC news,
14 Jan. 2026
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The opposition needs to offer a credible safe exit for these regime insiders, convincing them that the Islamic Republic is no longer their shield, but their shroud.—
Karim Sadjadpour,
The Atlantic,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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With Chalamet — who won a Critics Choice award for Best Actor and sweetly nodded to Jenner in his acceptance speech — in a pinstripe Givenchy suit, Jenner matched her man's vibe in a black chainmail Versace gown with a plunging neckline and lace insets on the sides.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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At last year's show, Stone debuted a super short pixie cut wearing a red column gown with a ribbon tied around the waist.—
Tessa Petak,
InStyle,
11 Jan. 2026
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In it, Oldham costumes up as a shaggy woodland monster, which—after a more nimble inhabitant seemingly swaps into the outfit—proceeds to engage a human in an elaborate dance routine.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
7 Jan. 2026
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The room houses costumes for performances for the entire year, and there are about 40 years of costumes in the room.—
Najahe Sherman,
CBS News,
22 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Quince Organic Airy Gauze Bed Blanket Complete the look of your hotel-worthy bed with a lightweight cotton bed blanket that can act as both an extra layer of warmth at night or the perfect oversized throw for afternoon naps, movie nights, and cozy mornings with your favorite book.—
Brittney Morgan,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Jan. 2026
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Amazon’s chart of best-selling throw blankets.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Robe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/robe. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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