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as in to bandage
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 to envelop
to surround or cover closely
a sinister darkness seemed to wrap the lonely cabin
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as in jacket
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Recent Examples of wrap
John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
Another great tip: wrap paint brushes in wax paper between coats to keep them from drying out.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 6 Apr. 2025
René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 20 Mar. 2025
Strategies such as wet wraps, cotton gloves, short fingernails, and a balanced diet can help.
—Andy Collinson, Health, 19 Mar. 2025
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Verb
It was shot largely in New Zealand, with filming commencing August 27, 2024 and wrapping late October the same year.
—John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
Another great tip: wrap paint brushes in wax paper between coats to keep them from drying out.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 6 Apr. 2025
Noun
With details: Styles with embroidery, ankle wraps, or other special details can add a refined and unique touch to the outfit.
—René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 20 Mar. 2025
Strategies such as wet wraps, cotton gloves, short fingernails, and a balanced diet can help.
—Andy Collinson, Health, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wrap
Verb
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Weapons can inflict status effects such as bleeding, and players need to quickly bandage themselves or risk bleeding out.—
Gieson Cacho,
The Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2025
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Hours later, a selfie video of Le Vaughn — his hand bandaged up — in a hospital bed surfaced online.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 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
Noun
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The Smithsonian, the vast complex of museums that millions of Americans visit every year to see Lincoln’s top hat, the Spirit of St. Louis, Harriet Tubman’s shawl, a moon rock, and Dorothy’s ruby slippers, is at the center of the executive order’s indignation.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2025
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Bring sunglasses for a sunny celebration and a shawl or sweater if the temperature will cool down in the evening.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Crafted from 100% Charmeuse silk, this jacket offers both sophistication and luxurious comfort.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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Keep scrolling to shop more cropped jackets, breezy skirts, tote bags, and slingback loafers inspired by Naomi Watts now.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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A lot of people binge-watch 10 episodes of an HBO show that’s a lot of filler, circling the drain.—
J. Kim Murphy,
Variety,
1 Apr. 2025
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Several minutes later, the witness said a police helicopter began circling the area, and two officers later hiked up the mountain to the shooting scene to speak with witnesses and look for evidence.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Apr. 2025
Verb
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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
Noun
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The singer and actress added a fur stole and black lace gloves.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Among the instruments Meng stole were a Giulio Degani violin worth $175,000, a Lorenzo Ventapane violin from 1823 valued at another $175,000, and several other violins and bows totaling over half a million dollars.—
Sydney Barragan,
Oc Register,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Lynch plans to layer up on Friday, but no puffy parka for him.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
3 Apr. 2025
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Each season brings its signature staples — puffer jackets and parkas for winter, trench coats and boots for fall, and linen pants and sandals for summer.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Mar. 2025
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“Wrap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wrap. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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