as in casing
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
he removed his knife from its sheath and started to whittle
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Recent Examples of sheath
Police found a Ka-Bar leather knife sheath at the crime scene, which included DNA later linked to Kohberger, according to the probable cause affidavit.
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Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2025
Its sheath is adorned with several gems, at least two of which were carved with swastikas.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 May 2025
Upon its arrival at your table, a server will present for inspection an ornate silver dagger, pull it with a flourish from its curved sheath, and proceed to saw off the head of the Mother at approximately her Tropic of Cancer.
—Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 27 Apr. 2025
Detectives found a Ka-Bar leather knife sheath next to one of the victims at the crime scene in Moscow.
—Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2025
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Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2025
Its sheath is adorned with several gems, at least two of which were carved with swastikas.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 May 2025
Upon its arrival at your table, a server will present for inspection an ornate silver dagger, pull it with a flourish from its curved sheath, and proceed to saw off the head of the Mother at approximately her Tropic of Cancer.
—Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 27 Apr. 2025
Detectives found a Ka-Bar leather knife sheath next to one of the victims at the crime scene in Moscow.
—Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sheath
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The sturdy metal casing and long battery life make this configuration ideal for working on the go, so have a laptop bag handy.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PC Magazine,
25 June 2025
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Police found ten bullet casings on the scene, and security video showed a white BMW SUV leaving after the shooting.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
12 June 2025
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During recent federal immigration operations, agents involved almost completely cover their faces with masks or other coverings to protect their identities.—
Alex Stone,
ABC News,
25 June 2025
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Works from Litchfield County creators appear throughout Belden House, including custom wall coverings by twenty2 Wallpaper & Grasscloth,and ceramic lamps by Dumais Made.—
Marcia DeSanctis,
Travel + Leisure,
20 June 2025
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Today, Vasquez said, the neighborhood is a mix of elderly residents and young people from all over the hemisphere who are drawn by its relatively affordable older housing and Wynwood’s hip international reputation.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
20 June 2025
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High housing costs and widespread economic uncertainty have hurt demand, Redfin said.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
20 June 2025
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The Matrix star, 60, kept things casual in a dark jacket and white t-shirt, while his visual artist girlfriend, 52, wore a lavender blazer and white top.—
Jack Smart,
People.com,
24 June 2025
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The new collection reimagines Levi’s core items—the Trucker jacket and jeans—with roomier contemporary fits.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
24 June 2025
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Then, as the couple was leaving, Rawls decided to reverse image search the shell.—
Jordan Greene,
People.com,
19 June 2025
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During President Joe Biden's term, the U.S. sent more than 3 million 155mm shells to Ukraine.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
19 June 2025
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Secure burn barrels: If burning is permitted in your area, ensure that all burn barrels have a weighted metal cover, complete with holes no larger than 3/4 of an inch.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
21 June 2025
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All components are electric, so Valero designed covers to protect said components from the elements.—
Rima Suqi,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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Additionally, a systematic review from German researchers found 30 such cases in medical literature between 1982 and 2010.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
19 June 2025
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Alice Johnson, appointed as Pardon Czar, plays a significant role in this process, focusing on individual cases and rehabilitation over political connections.—
Walter Pavlo,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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“Sheath.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sheath. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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