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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
Olson played 3-out, 2-in on offense, two bigs setting screens, one flashing to the high post, the other sealing inside.
—Doug Haller, 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
Olson played 3-out, 2-in on offense, two bigs setting screens, one flashing to the high post, the other sealing inside.
—Doug Haller, 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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If that timeline holds, closing arguments would take place on May 5, and a sentencing verdict could come that same day.—
Amelia Mugavero,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Most occur as the closing credits roll, whether pretending to be viciously mauled by a bear or, even more unnervingly, clearly superimposing his face onto the body of a performing cellist.—
Jon O'Brien,
IndieWire,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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One of Kukuiʻula’s unique amenities is the 10-acre upcountry organic farm, which provides produce and flowers for the resort community as well as opportunities for residents to connect with the land by harvesting crops, cutting tropical blooms, picnicking, or hiking and biking.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
23 Apr. 2026
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In 2018, my colleagues and I tried to model the interactions between energy-harvesting technological civilizations and their planets.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
22 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 second is the storage vessel, which holds the molten lead and maintains its chemical conditioning during the initial filling process or when the facility is undergoing maintenance.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Apr. 2026
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There, a couple dozen workers and volunteers worked all day filling, sewing, and shipping 1,000 sandbags an hour.—
Marissa Sulek,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Heck, Lindner has helped fishing become one of the most popular, accessible activities in America.—
Mike McFeely,
Twin Cities,
24 Apr. 2026
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Mark Dennis, a member of Auckland Council's Rodney Local Board, told the newspaper the man was fishing with his family on the wharf and was a good swimmer.—
Adam England,
PEOPLE,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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In August last year, The Athletic revealed the new redevelopment proposals after the first plans, initiated by Villa’s then chief executive Christian Purslow in April 2022, were shelved despite securing planning permission in the December of that year.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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When the golf event was originally moved to Carlton Woods in 2023, a lake located between the ninth and 18th holes was dredged, cleaned out, and netting was even installed to keep animals, including alligators, out of it so the winner could jump in after securing victory.—
Mark Harris OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Both will offer community booths, family-friendly programming and cultural activities, along with restrooms, free water refilling stations, basic bike repair and first aid, organizers said.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The buildings, visibly crumbling in the salty environment of San Francisco Bay, needed major repairs.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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To get there, a city needs a gigantic outdoor footprint, real tourism appeal, public transit, adequate hotel inventory, and a backdrop that makes people want to show up even if their team is picking 24th and taking an offensive lineman.—
Dan Zaksheske OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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San Francisco kicked off its Saturday selections by picking Oklahoma defensive tackle Gracen Halton with the 107th overall pick.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Sealing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sealing. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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