as in cloak
something that covers or conceals like a piece of cloth
kept the whole plan under wraps until they were ready to make a public announcement
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as in bandages
to encircle or bind with or as if with a belt
wrapped her waist with a colorful silk sash
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as in envelops
to surround or cover closely
a sinister darkness seemed to wrap the lonely cabin
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Recent Examples of wraps
Ben Sin, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
This technology uses a polymer that wraps around each lash to create a tube, which can make lashes look longer and flake less.
—Elizabeth Denton, StyleCaster, 9 Sep. 2025
Ice Cream Man wraps principal photography today in Toronto and a wide theatrical release is scheduled for the film in 2026 via The Horror Section.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
The curve also helps with immersion in shooters or racers, where the action wraps around your field of vision.
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
The new bargain lunch item wraps all-white meat, crispy chicken tender inside a soft flour tortilla alongside crisp lettuce, tomatoes, melty cheddar cheese, and the chain’s signature BBQ Ranch sauce.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2025
The Caramel Apple Empanada is the last of the nostalgic menu items and wraps apple pieces and caramel sauce in a sweet pastry dough.
—Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Exped itself did that by offering three- and six-inch-thick versions, plus one that wraps the original four-inch Megamat in wool.
—Wes Siler, Outside, 27 Aug. 2025
During these interactions, one bat wraps its wings around the other for several seconds while also vocalizing, researchers said.
—Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2025
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The case also wraps around all four side of the iPhone, with the same elevated lip that protects the screen.
—Ben Sin, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
This technology uses a polymer that wraps around each lash to create a tube, which can make lashes look longer and flake less.
—Elizabeth Denton, StyleCaster, 9 Sep. 2025
Ice Cream Man wraps principal photography today in Toronto and a wide theatrical release is scheduled for the film in 2026 via The Horror Section.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
The curve also helps with immersion in shooters or racers, where the action wraps around your field of vision.
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
The new bargain lunch item wraps all-white meat, crispy chicken tender inside a soft flour tortilla alongside crisp lettuce, tomatoes, melty cheddar cheese, and the chain’s signature BBQ Ranch sauce.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2025
The Caramel Apple Empanada is the last of the nostalgic menu items and wraps apple pieces and caramel sauce in a sweet pastry dough.
—Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Exped itself did that by offering three- and six-inch-thick versions, plus one that wraps the original four-inch Megamat in wool.
—Wes Siler, Outside, 27 Aug. 2025
During these interactions, one bat wraps its wings around the other for several seconds while also vocalizing, researchers said.
—Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wraps
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The lilting Calle Malaga, Morocco’s official entry for the International Feature Film Oscar, is a joy largely because of its veteran star who envelops the screen and grabs a role of a career.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
9 Sep. 2025
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The Cloître Saint-Trophime envelops viewers in ancient stone and filtered light, a living monument to time’s passage.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Location and orbit revealed The team calculated that the moon circles Uranus about 35,000 miles (56,000 kilometers) from the planet’s center.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Aug. 2025
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His falcon still circles, but the sky above Gaza offers no axis, no return path, no center to descend toward, only a deepening orbit around an absence no language can fill.—
Alaa Alqaisi
August 13,
Literary Hub,
13 Aug. 2025
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The ultra-soft clogs are made out of a plush faux shearling fabric that encases a springy foam midsole.—
Michelle Tchea,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2025
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This spinal area lies just outside the dura mater, and is a tough membrane that encases the spinal cord and the system that allows cerebrospinal fluid to circulate.—
Stephen C. George,
Discover Magazine,
20 Feb. 2025
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Trump is a man of many hats In Ward 8, which encompasses Donohue's district, troops have already been assigned to help with food distribution at a soup kitchen, according to Donohue and a National Guard member with knowledge of the deployment.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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The property encompasses a generous 7,061 square feet of land, featuring abundant outdoor space and a pool.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Sexy shows up in a blazer cut to perfection, a slip dress that drapes just right, or a monochrome moment that turns simplicity into a statement.—
Karissa Mitchell,
Essence,
18 Aug. 2025
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Antique books from The Last Bookstore line the walls, while Italian Renaissance artwork drapes the bar.—
Chelsea Frank,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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“Wraps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wraps. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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