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Recent Examples of sealing
Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
Miami eventually fell to Indiana in the championship game, and Beck threw the game-sealing interception.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Under the Clean Slate Act, HB 1836, the state now has until 2029 to create, test and launch systems to automate the sealing of eligible low-level, nonviolent criminal records after an individual meets all requirements and remains crime-free for a sustained period.
—Brian Fabes, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Over-sealing can harm your deck by causing buildup, cracking, and trapped moisture that leads to rot.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
For burrows near foundations, professional sealing may be necessary to prevent structural issues.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 18 Apr. 2026
Gilmore capped the 2018 season with the game-sealing interception of Jared Goff in Super Bowl 53 as the Patriots beat the Los Angeles Rams 13-3.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2026
Pavel Zacha scored his 25th goal in the opening period and added a game-sealing score late in the game, leading the Boston Bruins past Minnesota 6-3 on Saturday to spoil the Wild’s chance to clinch a playoff spot.
—ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
This happens because paper packages still require plastic to provide leak-proof sealing.
—Etiido Uko
march 28, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
Noun
These caverns are considered suitable for hydrogen storage because of their tight sealing properties and structural stability.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
Miami eventually fell to Indiana in the championship game, and Beck threw the game-sealing interception.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Under the Clean Slate Act, HB 1836, the state now has until 2029 to create, test and launch systems to automate the sealing of eligible low-level, nonviolent criminal records after an individual meets all requirements and remains crime-free for a sustained period.
—Brian Fabes, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Over-sealing can harm your deck by causing buildup, cracking, and trapped moisture that leads to rot.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
For burrows near foundations, professional sealing may be necessary to prevent structural issues.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 18 Apr. 2026
Gilmore capped the 2018 season with the game-sealing interception of Jared Goff in Super Bowl 53 as the Patriots beat the Los Angeles Rams 13-3.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2026
Pavel Zacha scored his 25th goal in the opening period and added a game-sealing score late in the game, leading the Boston Bruins past Minnesota 6-3 on Saturday to spoil the Wild’s chance to clinch a playoff spot.
—ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
This happens because paper packages still require plastic to provide leak-proof sealing.
—Etiido Uko
march 28, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sealing
Noun
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In some cases, that may involve flexibility around closing timelines, occupancy dates, or smaller logistical considerations that can influence how an offer is perceived in a competitive environment.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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Borrowers will often be able to float it down before closing and, in the interim, won't need to worry about any other incremental increases.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
13 May 2026
Verb
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The new limits on harvesting energy from the V6 to charge the battery on the move should reduce the potential for huge speed differentials like the one that caused Oliver Bearman’s crash in Japan, and energy management was (thankfully) not much of a topic this weekend.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
4 May 2026
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Types of Culinary Thyme Many gardeners treat culinary thyme as an annual, buying pre-started plants each spring, harvesting them throughout the summer and early fall, and then composting them at season's end.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This anti-theft bag converts from tote to crossbody to backpack and is packed with smart security features, including RFID-blocking pockets, locking zippers, and a chair-lock loop.—
Aly Walansky,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The menu at Eggroll Company puts a creative spin on classic egg rolls with oversized, fried-to-order creations packed with bold fillings.—
Evan Moore
May 13,
Charlotte Observer,
13 May 2026
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The filling features a few savory stars — aged Gruyère cheese, Swiss chard, lean Canadian bacon, onion and garlic.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 May 2026
Verb
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The man standing second from the left seems to be holding a fishing pole — fishing perhaps from the bed of the wagon.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 May 2026
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State police said Cranfield went missing in April 2001 along with 44-year-old Terry Brinegar as the two were fishing together on a boat at Sumner Falls in Hartland, Vermont, when the vessel overturned.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
6 May 2026
Verb
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The savings outlined in the SEC filings, and the high importance securing them played in executives’ compensation for the year, shows the benefit to Uber’s shareholders and executives from reforming insurance laws nationwide.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
13 May 2026
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While the initiative has drawn some criticism, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos said the strategy is not aimed at securing full-season rights packages for any sports league.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
13 May 2026
Noun
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The first-term mayor was looking for a way to save Dodd Stadium, which faced a $350,000 debt and needed a more stable tenant willing to help with repairs.—
P.R. Lockhart,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Initial estimates put repair pricetag at about $400,000, leading the Riverwalk Commission and the now-defunct Exchange Club of Naperville to consider alternatives, including converting the fountain into a static art installation or creating a more natural water feature with plantings.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
Verb
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There is nothing quite like the joy of picking fresh fruit from your own fruit tree.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
10 May 2026
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Brooklyn is left picking through the best of the rest in a draft where the drop-off after the top four still feels like a cliff.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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“Sealing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sealing. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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