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
This can cut off the medial nerve that runs through the transverse carpal ligament that serves as a protective sheath for the nerves.
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Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
The case is likely to hinge on DNA evidence from a knife sheath, under a victim’s fingernails and in bloodstains.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 15 May 2025
To further the house’s connection to nature, Wright used flagstone flooring inside and out and employed large sheaths of glass windows for visual continuity.
—Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 15 May 2025
Calvin Klein metallic gown: $98.99 (Macy's) This Calvin Klein metallic sheath dress at Macy's really shines—bringing an old Hollywood glamour to any spring wedding.
—Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2025
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Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
The case is likely to hinge on DNA evidence from a knife sheath, under a victim’s fingernails and in bloodstains.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 15 May 2025
To further the house’s connection to nature, Wright used flagstone flooring inside and out and employed large sheaths of glass windows for visual continuity.
—Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 15 May 2025
Calvin Klein metallic gown: $98.99 (Macy's) This Calvin Klein metallic sheath dress at Macy's really shines—bringing an old Hollywood glamour to any spring wedding.
—Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sheath
Noun
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There were 22 shell casings from different guns found on the scene.—
Andrea May Sahouri,
Freep.com,
9 July 2025
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Although the focus was on practicality, Melissa made sure to incorporate details like trim and casings to foster a depth that was absent before.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Treatment for infested cattle often involves cleaning, antiseptic treatment and coverings for the wounds, Lansford said.—
Kameryn Griesser,
CNN Money,
9 July 2025
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The agents would also be banned from wearing most face coverings.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Auerswald cautions that homelessness and unstable housing have no one look.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
1 July 2025
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Home Depot is widely viewed as one of the most successful retailers of the last 20 years, one that has deftly leveraged a hot housing market that led to more people renovating their homes.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
1 July 2025
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Dress it up with statement earrings or keep it low-key with a denim jacket — either way, the stretchy fabric offers all-day comfort, while the floral print adds a boho vibe that feels just right for summer.—
Michelle Rostamian,
People.com,
6 July 2025
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The best and most practical part of Gauff’s kit was the sleek biker-style white jacket.—
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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Some 80,000 shells will be launched more than 1,000 feet above the East River.—
Everett Potter,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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While uncooked eggs usually last in the fridge for longer, the process of hard-cooking eggs creates a thin layer of water between the cooked egg and the shell, which becomes an inviting environment for bacteria to grow, including the kinds of bacteria that lead an egg to spoil, per the USDA.—
Hannah Yasharoff,
USA Today,
30 June 2025
Noun
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So there were nipple covers or, in some cases, full breasts.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
1 July 2025
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Every song, every sound, the cover, the singles—everything.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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Jurors heard from more than 30 witnesses over the course of seven weeks as the prosecution went through its case.—
July 1,
CBS News,
1 July 2025
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The injunction comes seven months after a jury found that Penn State proved its case.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
1 July 2025
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“Sheath.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sheath. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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