as in wraps
to wrap (someone, especially a baby) tightly with a blanket, pieces of cloth, etc.
He swaddled the baby in a blanket.
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Recent Examples of swaddles
They’re made with a thick platform sole that swaddles your feet in comfort, and have a slightly taller opening for extra ankle support.
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Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
As deaf servant Firs, Howard Swain swaddles the whole clan in a delicate, threadbare gauze.
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Theater Critic,
San Francisco Chronicle,
5 Feb. 2026
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
As deaf servant Firs, Howard Swain swaddles the whole clan in a delicate, threadbare gauze.
—
Theater Critic,
San Francisco Chronicle,
5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swaddles
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The holdup hinged on his hope to build out a more substantial patio cover for the restaurant’s outdoor seating area, which wraps around two sides.
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The deck wraps around the top of the building, providing panoramic views of the East Crossroads.
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This tank has a modest silhouette and is designed with wide straps to hide your bra straps, a relaxed fit, and a slightly flowy hem that drapes away from the body.
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Cook over medium-high, stirring vigorously with one hand while moving the pan back and forth with the other, until the sauce glossily drapes the noodles, 5 to 7 minutes.
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“Swaddles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swaddles. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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