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as in to wrap
to surround or cover closely
darkness began to enfold the lonely house on the hill
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as in to hug
to put one's arms around and press tightly
the winner enfolded the huge bouquet of roses in her arms and thanked the judges
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Recent Examples of enfold
Image The area, enfolded by the city, seems modest, even discreet.
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Scott Mowbray Amrita Chandradas, New York Times, 20 Jan. 2025
Brain rot is thus a strikingly capacious term, enfolding the psychological and cognitive decay wrought by screen addiction, the bacteria-like content that feeds the addiction, and the argot of a generation for whom much of this content is made.
—Jessica Winter, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
The way Colman enfolded himself into the family, into the group, that’s a bond that’s gonna last forever with each one of us.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 15 Aug. 2024
The Longfellow Hotel, by contrast, enfolds visitors in comfort while gently nudging them to see the city.
—Lila Harron Battis, Travel + Leisure, 30 July 2024
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Scott Mowbray Amrita Chandradas, New York Times, 20 Jan. 2025
Brain rot is thus a strikingly capacious term, enfolding the psychological and cognitive decay wrought by screen addiction, the bacteria-like content that feeds the addiction, and the argot of a generation for whom much of this content is made.
—Jessica Winter, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
The way Colman enfolded himself into the family, into the group, that’s a bond that’s gonna last forever with each one of us.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 15 Aug. 2024
The Longfellow Hotel, by contrast, enfolds visitors in comfort while gently nudging them to see the city.
—Lila Harron Battis, Travel + Leisure, 30 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enfold
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The simple yet head-turning perfume features just three notes: Zesty bergamot, robust espresso, and cozy cedarwood that wrap you in a comforting hug.—
Mary Honkus,
Glamour,
8 Apr. 2025
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The shows — which kicked off in March 2023 — wrapped in October.—
Daniela Avila,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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My friend hugged me quickly and ran off consumed with hosting duties.—
Time,
Time,
7 Apr. 2025
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Durango sits tucked into a valley of the San Juan Mountains, hugging the long and strong Animas River.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
6 Apr. 2025
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The first spritz envelops you in pistachio, which then unfolds into a nutty, herbal, and deliciously sweet aroma.—
Danielle James,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
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Lush Pierre Frey wallpaper envelops the powder room, while a pleated Decors Barbares sink skirt adds a romantic, textural contrast.—
Kristen Flanagan,
Architectural Digest,
31 Mar. 2025
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The brackets themselves were easy to use and clasped down with ample confidence.—
Peter Nelson,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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Option to clasp your hands behind your back and reach your knuckles toward the wall behind you.—
Amber Sayer,
Outside Online,
24 Feb. 2025
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As always with Trump, much is shrouded with uncertainty.—
Niall Stanage,
The Hill,
2 Apr. 2025
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Minaya shrouded the monuments in a custom fabric patterned with motifs and vegetation from Indigenous, Afro-Caribbean, and Black traditions, such as rompe saraguey, a plant used by Indigenous and African populations for revitalization and protection.—
María Elena Ortiz,
Artforum,
1 Apr. 2025
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With January's ceasefire now broken, parents in Gaza are once again cradling too-small shrouds, and families are forced to weigh starvation and displacement against bombs.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
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Hadid was seen kissing, cradling, and caressing her fragrance, Orebella, in the scent Salted Muse.—
Robyn Merrett,
StyleCaster,
20 Mar. 2025
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This collaboration isn’t simply nostalgia enclosed in blister packs.—
Nik Miles,
Robb Report,
8 Apr. 2025
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Outdoor space: The balcony on the main level, enclosed with a clear railing, has space for outdoor dining.—
Angela Serratore,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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Peterson and 10 other employees eventually fled the area, clinging to plastic pipes from a semi-truck, according to the Knoxville News Sentinel.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Delap has been a shining light for Ipswich this season, scoring 11 of their 30 Premier League goals to keep them clinging to their top-flight status with their fingertips.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Enfold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enfold. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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