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
Gone are the Davos power sheaths and blunt business bob from her time as White House senior adviser.
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Martha Ross, Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2025
His silhouettes run the gamut from grand ballgowns to sexy sheaths and formfitting jumpsuits.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 5 Aug. 2025
The sheath was found at the crime scene, but the knife was never recovered, according to officials.
—Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 24 July 2025
Othram continued trying to flip the DNA profile from the knife sheath into a family name.
—Idaho Statesman, 30 Dec. 2022
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Martha Ross, Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2025
His silhouettes run the gamut from grand ballgowns to sexy sheaths and formfitting jumpsuits.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 5 Aug. 2025
The sheath was found at the crime scene, but the knife was never recovered, according to officials.
—Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 24 July 2025
Othram continued trying to flip the DNA profile from the knife sheath into a family name.
—Idaho Statesman, 30 Dec. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sheath
Noun
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Based on the number of shell casings collected at the scene by investigators, including Rangers from the Texas Department of Public Safety, Myers said the gunman fired at least 20 shots before fleeing the bar.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
7 Sep. 2025
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After the shooting, investigators were unable to find ammunition casings or attribute the source of two additional gunshots that could be heard in videos from the scene.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The plastic coverings are about ready to come off the red seats lining Clowes Memorial Hall.—
Heather Bushman,
IndyStar,
4 Sep. 2025
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This space has also been revamped over the summer with a dedicated bar, which adds to The Bar space in the palazzo’s charming Red Room, replete with silk coverings lining the walls and an original fresco by Cesare Rotta framing the ceiling.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2025
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At least five people have been killed in the protests, which began peacefully over controversial housing perks for lawmakers but erupted on Thursday when an armored police vehicle hit and killed a rideshare driver, according to government-run news agency Antara.—
Kathleen Magramo,
CNN Money,
1 Sep. 2025
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Tribal nations then had more revenue and more jobs, and started building more housing and infrastructure.—
Frank Vaisvilas,
jsonline.com,
31 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Add boots and a leather jacket for dinner, throw on a cardigan and flats for the office, or keep it simple with loafers for a business lunch.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Sep. 2025
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The mom of three completed her outfit by wearing a black jacket over her shoulders.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Chef’s specialties include cast iron cinnamon rolls and ancho chile ceasar salad, alongside oysters on the half shell and shallot shrimp grits.—
Rai Mincey,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Made up of a cozy microfiber fabric shell with polyester filling, the bedspread is ultra breathable for all-season use, skin friendly, and whisper quiet for a less disruptive night’s sleep.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Newcastle were short of midfield cover, and Ramsey, with his dynamism, athleticism and positive, attacking mindset, gives them a fresh option.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
2 Sep. 2025
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The festival is the brainchild of photographer Danny Hastings, who has shot some of the most iconic rap album covers of all time for the likes of Nas, Eminem, and Wu-Tang Clan.—
Douglas Markowitz,
Miami Herald,
2 Sep. 2025
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Greg Baker | Afp | Getty Images Alphabet shares rose 6% in premarket trading on Wednesday as investors viewed the result of Google’s antitrust case as broadly favorable to the tech giant.—
Arjun Kharpal,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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Today, Jason represents individuals and businesses in disputes with the IRS and state tax authorities, with a focus on high-stakes liabilities and strategic resolutions in complex cases.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Sheath.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sheath. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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