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as in to house
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers
a chronic mistrust of outsiders envelops that neighborhood, cutting it off from the rest of the city
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as in to wrap
to surround or cover closely
the truth of the presidential assassination is enveloped in a dense fog of myths and conspiracy theories
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Recent Examples of envelop
But a bitter blast of Arctic air will envelop much of the country by the time travelers head home this weekend.
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Holly Yan, CNN, 28 Nov. 2024
The group cut the weeds that enveloped the marker, swept off the dirt and scoured the stone with D/2 cleaner.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 28 Oct. 2024
The graying convict sat slumped in a wheelchair — a far cry from the flamboyant woman who sometimes was mistaken for actress Elizabeth Taylor and who glided through rooms enveloped in the scent of gardenias, Kimes’ dad’s favorite scent.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024
Perfect for a late night or a secret daytime escape, mischief has no bounds when you’re enveloped in this racy aroma.
—Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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Holly Yan, CNN, 28 Nov. 2024
The group cut the weeds that enveloped the marker, swept off the dirt and scoured the stone with D/2 cleaner.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 28 Oct. 2024
The graying convict sat slumped in a wheelchair — a far cry from the flamboyant woman who sometimes was mistaken for actress Elizabeth Taylor and who glided through rooms enveloped in the scent of gardenias, Kimes’ dad’s favorite scent.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024
Perfect for a late night or a secret daytime escape, mischief has no bounds when you’re enveloped in this racy aroma.
—Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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Establishing a Congressional Office of Regulatory Analysis to supplement—or replace—the eroded oversight housed within the Office of Management and Budget could form a cornerstone of broader efforts to streamline and liberalize federal regulation.Clyde Wayne Crews Jr., Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Skip the Yankee Candle collection—unless cheesy, nostalgic candles are just the thing your home needs—and go for something elevated like this lavender scent housed in a decor-forward jar.Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024
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Earthy, mineral, and salty nuances provide depth, wrapped in a clean, creamy texture and a rich, slightly acidic finish.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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How does sirloin steak with white cheddar potatoes and green beans or sweet chili pork lettuce wraps sound for dinner tonight?Jenifer Calle, Glamour, 2 Dec. 2024
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Products that have been [fully] enclosed in plastic or cardboard, a rinse with hot water may be acceptable method.Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
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The mid-level is a sheltered bookstore, enclosed by concrete walls, while the lower level houses an amphitheater lit by skylights.New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 Nov. 2024
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Little is known about the gray industrial design, which has been shrouded in secrecy.Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 12 Dec. 2024
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But the disease is shrouded in stigma and silence that could be impacting the search for a cure — and endangering patients’ lives.Alejandra O’Connell-Domenech, The Hill, 3 Dec. 2024
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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
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The backpack was removed by an excavator along with any physical material found surrounding it, the official said.Elise Hammond, CNN, 7 Dec. 2024
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The weight is due to its internals being encased in a mix of polished resin, ABS plastic and acoustic fabric, which as well as giving it a solid and robust feel bodes well for sound quality.Benny Har-Even, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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There are three bottles in the series, each sporting a different hued crown on the label—green, blue and yellow—and each encased in three unique boxes that when brought together fashion a part of Basquiat's masterpiece In Italian (1983).Jillian Dara, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024
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That snow was primarily confined to areas closer to the Great Lakes.John Bacon, USA TODAY, 3 Dec. 2024
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Several other crossovers were confined to a single show, including two in the latter seasons of The Flash when characters from ended series reappeared to help Barry Allen (Grant Gustin).Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Dec. 2024
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Peacock Peacock is home to all things NBC, including Saturday Night’s Main Event.Claire Franken, TVLine, 14 Dec. 2024
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Tech companies and leaders, including Meta, Amazon, and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, have also been appealing to the President-elect with $1 million donations to his inauguration fund.Jay Peters, The Verge, 14 Dec. 2024
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“Envelop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/envelop. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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