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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as in to coat
to form a layer over
leaves blanketed all of the land around the house
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as in to hide
to keep secret or shut off from view
blanketed the secret memo from the news media
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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
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2025
In areas with ice accumulation, the NWS has recommended carrying a winter storm kit, which should include essentials such as tire chains, booster cables, a flashlight, a shovel, blankets, and extra clothing.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
Taylor Gumm, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2024
Grant Stringer, The Mercury News, 9 Jan. 2025
Snow and ice blanketed major roads across Kansas, western Nebraska and parts of Indiana.
—Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 6 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Make absolutely sure space heaters are off by pulling the plug from the outlet.
Don't Use Them To Warm Clothing Or Bedding
Electric blankets can be amazing in winter, but don't use your space heater to fill that role.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2025
In areas with ice accumulation, the NWS has recommended carrying a winter storm kit, which should include essentials such as tire chains, booster cables, a flashlight, a shovel, blankets, and extra clothing.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 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 greater Los Angeles area remained blanketed in unhealthy smoke Thursday, and health officials cautioned residents to limit outdoor activity and seek out cleaner air indoors if possible.
—Grant Stringer, The Mercury News, 9 Jan. 2025
Snow and ice blanketed major roads across Kansas, western Nebraska and parts of Indiana.
—Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 6 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blanket
Noun
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The pieces on display vary from dark cloaks to Rick Owens–inspired lunar boots to one fat-ass matte black biker helmet.Olivier Lafontant, Pitchfork, 8 Jan. 2025
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For an offshore man of mystery and ill repute, a diplomatic post is a protective cloak that brings with it varying degrees of immunity, not to mention an alternative passport to travel and transact with; a new identity untethered from the past; and a noble (honorable, even) foil.Atossa Araxia Abrahamian Atossa Araxia Abrahamian, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Maintaining a focus on ROI helps companies decide whether to keep, change or end the alliance depending on how best to maximize its fit with general financial and strategic goals.Appio Fragoletti, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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Jones says and there is general agreement among the group.Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 14 Jan. 2025
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Choose plain raisins: Raisins coated in chocolate, yogurt, or other flavorings contain significantly more calories and sugar than plain raisins.Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 15 Jan. 2025
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As Southern California continues to grapple with devastating wildfires, remnants of a massive winter storm will coat regions across the Mid-Atlantic with more snow before exiting Saturday morning.Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
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At the time, wolves were still considered predatory varmints to be shot from airplanes, trapped and snared for $100 bounty and whatever hides would bring.Al Wolter, Outdoor Life, 10 Jan. 2025
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Two live snakes were found hiding in someone's pants.Terry Dickerson, NBC News, 9 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Meanwhile, embers scattered into nearby brush, prompting crews to act swiftly with water hoses to extinguish them.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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Within an hour, firefighters were in her backyard, extinguishing falling embers.David Gelles, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Alas, the clouds soon gathered, casting their veil over the moon, obscuring it from sight.Brett Tingley, Space.com, 13 Jan. 2025
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Mars clouds have wispy features, more like a gauzy veil than a fluffy sheep.Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Retail drugs that have no generic equivalent and have been on the market for at least seven years can be eligible for negotiation.Ken Alltucker, USA TODAY, 9 Jan. 2025
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Once a court rules that the use of a word or phrase has become so widespread its meaning is generic, trademarks associated with it become invalid.Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 9 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Although the inner-motivation stuff is well covered, those who admire Warren’s acumen within the music industry could wish the running time was just a little more padded, to cover some side angles that aren’t much addressed.Chris Willman, Variety, 15 Jan. 2025
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Elise Devlin is a content producer for The Athletic, covering sports leadership and personal development.Elise Devlin, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Blanket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blanket. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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