as in expansion
a wide space or area
from the bow of our ship all we could see was an impenetrable sheet of fog
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as in to coat
to form a layer over
dust sheeted the floors of the old, abandoned house
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Recent Examples of sheet
Michael Ray Taylor, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 May 2025
The sheets are a crisp, simple white, and feature a subtle, delicate blue scallop trim that really elevates the look of the set to something of luxury hotel quality.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 May 2025
Camryn Rabideau, Peoplemag, 14 Aug. 2023
Copper sheeting on its hull was peeling away, replaced with a carpet of barnacles and seaweed.
—James Hagengruber, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 June 2023
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Noun
Sometimes this sheet expanded eastward to merge with the other, but in warmer times the glaciers parted, opening the Ice-Free Corridor.
—Michael Ray Taylor, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 May 2025
The sheets are a crisp, simple white, and feature a subtle, delicate blue scallop trim that really elevates the look of the set to something of luxury hotel quality.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 May 2025
Verb
Material: Polyethylene sheeting with EPS foam The 32 Best One-Piece Swimsuits for Women of 2023, Including Mindy Kaling's Pick
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There are a few types of hot tub covers available today, including hard covers, soft covers, and spa blankets.
—Camryn Rabideau, Peoplemag, 14 Aug. 2023
Copper sheeting on its hull was peeling away, replaced with a carpet of barnacles and seaweed.
—James Hagengruber, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 June 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sheet
Noun
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New York’s expansive use of eminent domain needed and still needs reining in, not expansion.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
11 May 2025
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The explosions in Amritsar - the first heard there in the three-day-old conflict between the nuclear-armed neighbors - could mark a further expansion in the hostilities that have alarmed world powers.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
11 May 2025
Verb
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Add oil: Choose an oil with a high smoke point, like vegetable, canola, or grapeseed oil, and swirl to coat the pan.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
15 May 2025
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The component is then coated with a typical clear-coat finish after the deposition procedure.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
12 May 2025
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In February, the president ordered the federal government to dramatically scale back the functions of the Presidio Trust, which was established by Representative Nancy Pelosi and oversees a popular expanse with stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge.—
Heather Knight,
New York Times,
6 May 2025
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On Florida’s Forgotten Coast, life moves slower and long expanses remain unmarred by development.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
6 May 2025
Verb
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Sessions will cover safety and situational awareness and include basic self-defense skills.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
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Kaye previously covered the entire NFL for Pro Football Network, the Philadelphia Eagles for NJ Advance Media and the Jacksonville Jaguars for First Coast News.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2025
Noun
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The snakes are known for their sleek, sometimes iridescent bluish-black scales and their ability to reach 9 feet in length, according to the National Park Service.—
Olivia Lloyd,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2025
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The habitat has been built from a standard high-cube container with a length of 40 ft (12.2 m), which was the same type used to make Backcountry Containers' Kennedy Model tiny house.—
Adam Williams
May 11,
New Atlas,
11 May 2025
Noun
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Spanning more than 100 hectares and home to around 1,000 exotic animals, which roamed freely across open plains, Safari Africain had opened its doors to the public two years earlier in a bid to become a premier tourist attraction and boost job creation in the region.—
Christopher Clark,
The Dial,
13 May 2025
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Choosing plain, nonfat Greek yogurt can save you 65 calories in a 6-ounce serving compared to the whole-fat version.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Verywell Health,
9 May 2025
Noun
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During that stretch, the team has combined for a 2.16 ERA.—
Jesse Newell,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2025
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For extra comfort, they’re made of soft fabric that has some stretch.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
People.com,
8 May 2025
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“Sheet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sheet. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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