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as in sheath
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
he retired to the cocoon of his study whenever he'd had enough of the company
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as in to wrap
to surround or cover closely
cocooned in puffy down parkas, we braved the bitter cold as best we could
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Recent Examples of cocoon
Jenny Berg, Allure, 20 Feb. 2025
This cocoon of mindfulness had been chosen as a kind of holiday respite.
—Puja Patel, The New Yorker, 4 Feb. 2025
Jackson Design Remodeling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2025
This creates a relatively high centre console, which helps cocoon the driver and give the impression of sitting lower, instead of in a relatively high-riding vehicle.
—Alistair Charlton, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Ideal for spritzing onto pillows and sheets, the best linen sprays can lull you to sleep on a lavender-scented cloud or invite you to linger in bed a little longer in a cocoon of cozy musks.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 20 Feb. 2025
This cocoon of mindfulness had been chosen as a kind of holiday respite.
—Puja Patel, The New Yorker, 4 Feb. 2025
Verb
Color drenching – painting walls, ceiling, doors and trim the same color – takes this trend all the way for a cocooning effect.
—Jackson Design Remodeling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2025
This creates a relatively high centre console, which helps cocoon the driver and give the impression of sitting lower, instead of in a relatively high-riding vehicle.
—Alistair Charlton, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cocoon
Noun
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Investigators identified him as a suspect, in part, after comparing the DNA profile on the knife sheath to those filed in consumer databases and building a family tree.—
Mike Baker,
New York Times,
7 Mar. 2025
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Their most promising piece of evidence was DNA obtained from the Ka-Bar knife sheath found near some of the victims' bodies.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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And don't forget to tend to your emergency savings, given that having a cash buffer can help in times of financial stress and keep you from raiding your retirement account, noted Transamerica's Collinson.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2025
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Another option that offers even more downside protection are buffer ETFs, which help investors to potentially avoid substantial losses, capping downside risk via options.—
Anna Gleason,
CNBC,
16 Mar. 2025
Verb
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If not wrapped properly, freezer burn can also occur, leading to a loss of flavor and quality.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
27 Mar. 2025
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How to Store Whole Artichokes in a Bag Store artichokes loosely wrapped in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for a week or two.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Mar. 2025
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He’d been shot in the face with a revolver that left no shell casings.—
Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Mar. 2025
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But with a significant price drop, all of the pros like the handsome metal casing, decent battery life, and easy-to-see, sharp matte display take on more value.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PCMAG,
6 Mar. 2025
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Here’s what to know about Chief Justice John Roberts and his complicated relationship with President Donald Trump: A history of enabling Trump's legal shield Roberts’ tenure as Chief Justice has coincided with some of the most tumultuous legal battles involving a sitting President.—
Nik Popli,
TIME,
19 Mar. 2025
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The photon shields look like an Elizabethan collar.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
13 Mar. 2025
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Photos of the execution equipment at the Louisiana State Penitentiary obtained by The Guardian showed a blue mask, which envelops a person’s whole face, connected to several pipes, where the gas will enter.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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Reclining in camp chairs, audiences were enveloped by panoramic visuals and sound, redefining what an album-listening experience could be.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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For students whose family income is $100,000 and below, all of their school expenses will be taken care of including tuition, food, housing, health insurance, and travel costs.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
17 Mar. 2025
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Lee was among the first generation of entrepreneurs in Hong Kong who started making a fortune from property development between the 60s and 70s, when the city was facing a shortage of affordable housing.—
Zinnia Lee,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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The magnetic holder conveniently keeps pins organized and easily accessible during sewing projects, while the pin cushion adds a touch of charm.—
Jené Luciani Sena,
Fox News,
22 Mar. 2025
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Thick cushions covered in durable outdoor fabric encourage guests to linger and catch up over cool drinks.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Cocoon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cocoon. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.
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