as in cloak
something that covers or conceals like a piece of cloth
a blanket of fog concealed the view of the harbor
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as in general
belonging or relating to the whole
a blanket promise of amnesty for everyone with overdue library books
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1
as in to coat
to form a layer over
leaves blanketed all of the land around the house
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2
as in to hide
to keep secret or shut off from view
blanketed the secret memo from the news media
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3
as in to extinguish
to cause to cease burning
firefighters managed to blanket the fire with foam
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Recent Examples of blanket
Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Mar. 2025
While celestial distractions are never hard to come by on clear evenings, meteor showers offer a different kind of temptation that encourages investment in a good blanket or chair and permission to unplug from earthbound commitments.
—Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 17 Mar. 2025
Taylor Gumm, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2024
Dionne Searcey, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2025
On a whim one day, Randy put on a pot of brown stew oxtails, gingerly deboned them by hand after eight hours, and blanketed a pizza in the sweet, sticky mixture.
—Elazar Sontag, Bon Appétit, 20 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Some are concocting nostalgic scrapbooks and others are knitting cozy blankets or adorable sweaters.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Mar. 2025
While celestial distractions are never hard to come by on clear evenings, meteor showers offer a different kind of temptation that encourages investment in a good blanket or chair and permission to unplug from earthbound commitments.
—Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
Add in those warm layers with this pretty blanket scarf that can be wrapped in a bunch of different ways.
—Taylor Gumm, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2024
Verb
The area is quiet now, with snow blanketing vineyards and beaches.
—Dionne Searcey, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2025
On a whim one day, Randy put on a pot of brown stew oxtails, gingerly deboned them by hand after eight hours, and blanketed a pizza in the sweet, sticky mixture.
—Elazar Sontag, Bon Appétit, 20 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blanket
Noun
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Toward the bottom, there’s a strange and tiny figure in a dark cloak, walking.—
Amanda Petrusich,
The New Yorker,
17 Mar. 2025
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The Front Man sheds his Player 001 tracksuit and trades it for his signature black cloak and mask.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The powerful new feature was initially spotted last week before its release but is now available for general use.—
Paul Monckton,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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With three draft picks in the first 41 selections next month, general manager Ryan Poles probably isn’t done building up front either.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Stir in drained pasta, basil, and lemon zest until coated, adding the remaining 1/4 cup cooking water (about 1 tablespoon at a time) to loosen sauce as needed.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
17 Mar. 2025
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Cover with nonstick foil or foil coated in nonstick spray.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The ancient springhead, natural waterpark, and retro roadside attraction has more than a few secrets hidden in its eelgrass.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
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But all that family turmoil was hidden, and to most who knew him, Dr. Schwartz seemed to have a beautiful life until the evening of May 28, 2014, when Becky Schwartz came home and discovered her home in disarray.—
Peter Van Sant,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The blaze was extinguished by 7:20 p.m. local time and no injuries were reported, officials confirmed to the outlets.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
23 Mar. 2025
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Now one of their brightest hopes has officially been extinguished.—
Daniel R. Epstein,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Even the nuns’ attire had progressed past ultra-conservative frocks and full-coverage veils.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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The visuals are soft and cloudy, as if blanketed by a gossamer veil, and movement between scenes possess a feathery quality (editing is by Garret Elkins).—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
11 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Alternative medications include muscle relaxants (generic cyclobenzaprine) and ibuprofen (anti-inflammatories).—
Carrie Madormo, RN, MPH,
Verywell Health,
26 Mar. 2025
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Consider working with a coach or therapist who understands the unique demands of running a business while grieving--their specialized perspective can provide tailored strategies that generic grief support might miss.—
Megan Bruneau,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Furthermore, not all insurance companies cover the testing.—
Ellen Matloff,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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Since the sun is never fully covered, viewers must always look at a partial solar eclipse while wearing protective glasses.—
Rebecca Schneid,
TIME,
16 Mar. 2025
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“Blanket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blanket. Accessed 29 Mar. 2025.
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