encyst

verb

Definition of encystnext
as in to encapsulate

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for encyst
  1. encapsulate
  2. cocoon
  3. surround
  4. encircle
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  • This proximity to Cannes and the beach encapsulates the essence of our Prime approach.
    Caroline Tell, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Each scent encapsulates a time and moment from the building’s past, such as its opening in 1885, or when Joy Division performed in 1979.
    Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of encapsulate
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  • Designer Elisabetta Franchi, herself a regular in Cortina, also picked the marquee boutique to debut her brand’s Chalet capsule collection of ski and après-ski apparel, with a dedicated corner spotlighting the brand’s ski suits and cocooning knits.
    Martino Carrera, WWD, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Just the name inspires dreams of a plush mattress that will cocoon your body into a state of restful slumber and easy dreaming.
    Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of cocoon
Verb
  • For thrill-seekers, navigate the rapids of the Pho Chhu River, an exhilarating way to take in the pristine surrounding landscape.
    Mark Lakin, Travel + Leisure, 7 Dec. 2024
  • Photo: Courtesy of Airbnb Matching the nearby black sand beach, this home’s noir exterior beautifully contrasts the surrounding lush green foliage.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of surround
Verb
  • However, despite being the architects of Assad's downfall, HTS's ability to govern over Syria, filled with opposition factions and encircled by expansionist foreign powers, is far from assured.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Another scene involves a Ukrainian drone unit defending another village, mostly without infantry support, encircled by Russian troops.
    Nick Paton Walsh, CNN, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of encircle
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