swaddled

past tense of swaddle

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of swaddled This swept away Iran’s monarchy and birthed a state that is part theocracy, part republic, with a handful of semi-democratic institutions swaddled by a system that is ultimately clerical. Xiaoqian Lin, CNN Money, 6 July 2026 The soft leather straps add an extra layer of cushion that’ll keep feet swaddled in comfort and add an elegant touch. Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026 The sweetness of the Deborah-Ava relationship eventually became a nice blanket in which Hacks swaddled its viewers, its cozy intent pervading not just the narrative but just about every other aspect of the show. Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 29 May 2026 The narrowness of the land means that the resort is swaddled between two beaches—Playa Blanca and Playa Virador—setting it apart from other nearby hotels. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026 That sensation is thought to promote a feeling of calm and relaxation by encouraging the nervous system to shift into a more restful state, similar to the comfort of being hugged or swaddled. Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026 Rihanna broke the news in a sweet Instagram post, sharing an image of herself holding the infant, who is swaddled in a pink blanket. Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026 Newborn babies at a Pittsburgh hospital were swaddled in Terrible Towels to celebrate the NFL draft coming to the city. Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026 The beds, swaddled in Italian linens, were a jetlagged traveler’s dream and came framed in headboards in hazy ombres that matched the sunrise. Adam Erace, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swaddled
Verb
  • In subsequent messages included in charging documents, Robinson referenced engraving bullets and leaving his rifle wrapped in a towel.
    Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • Getty Images for Cannes Lions A week after Cannes Lions wrapped, most of the industry is back at their desks and the dust has settled enough to see what actually mattered versus what was just noise on the Croisette.
    Ian Shepherd, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
Verb
  • The Overland Park native, who attended Blue Valley North, grew up in a house draped in K-State purple.
    Latif Love July 16, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026
  • In this week's installment of Far-Flung Postcards, NPR's Rebecca Rosman takes readers to the oldest bridge in Paris, which was draped in fabric last month to resemble a mountain cave.
    Brittney Melton, NPR, 16 July 2026

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Swaddled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swaddled. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

More from Merriam-Webster on swaddled

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster