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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
Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
Treatment-wise, the 60-minute relaxing massage is our first recommendation, but the skin-glistening body cocoons (done with chocolate, mango or blueberry wraps) make for tasty choices, too.
—Demarco Williams, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 May 2025
Plus, there’s plenty of room for at least one human and a pet to cocoon in for a movie night.
—Erika Owen, Vogue, 7 Apr. 2025
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Noun
There’s mindfulness in many forms, from various sound baths (the sensory silk cocoon mediation was a highlight) to beginner-friendly gratitude meditations to pottery classes that take a hands-on approach to mindfulness.
—Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
Treatment-wise, the 60-minute relaxing massage is our first recommendation, but the skin-glistening body cocoons (done with chocolate, mango or blueberry wraps) make for tasty choices, too.
—Demarco Williams, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
Verb
This creates a cocooning effect that’s both dramatic and cozy.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 May 2025
Plus, there’s plenty of room for at least one human and a pet to cocoon in for a movie night.
—Erika Owen, Vogue, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cocoon
Noun
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The user also posted about a knife sheath before the sheath discussed in the case.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
11 July 2025
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The sheath contained trace amounts of DNA, which was later linked to Kohberger, leading to his arrest.—
Christine Pelisek,
People.com,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Some private-security agencies would endeavour to secure the suites on either side of the one that their VIP will be using to act as buffers, but this is a FIFA event, so the governing body has more control.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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Lacking the financial buffer most for-profit startups have, they are forced to remain lean and centered.—
Raviraj Hegde,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Verb
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Open up the panels for a cooler, roomier feel, or layer in more blankets and wrap it up tight on chillier nights.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
25 July 2025
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As guests arrived, they were treated to tote bags filled with various goodies, including fresh baguettes wrapped in personalized tissue paper designed by Mariee Ami's vice president of graphic design, Mary Baugh, who was behind all of the wedding artwork.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Officials said deputies found multiple shell casings at the scene and later learned that four other gunshot victims checked into area hospitals.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
20 July 2025
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Investigators found multiple shell casings at the apartment complex and a .45 caliber gun in the wrecked car.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
18 July 2025
Noun
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The shell is made of ultra-durable and scratch-resistant polycarbonate that keeps the suitcase light (just over six pounds) despite providing a tough shield for your belongings.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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The challenge was depositing a uniform layer of gold on a curved shield.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Verb
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The piece is marked by contrasts between the warm, enveloping sounds of the horns and the jagged tension expressed through sighing, sorrowful calls of the clarinet and ominous timpani rolls.—
Sheila Regan,
Twin Cities,
11 July 2025
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Blink Cincinnati is returning to Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky next year, enveloping the region in a kaleidoscope of lights and sounds for its fifth iteration.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
The Enquirer,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Park Superintendent Ed Keable said on Sunday that the visitor center, gas station, a wastewater treatment plant, an administrative building and some employee housing were among the dozens of structures lost.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
14 July 2025
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Flames from the Dragon Bravo Fire engulfed the lodge, visitor center, gas station, wastewater treatment plant, administrative offices, and employee housing, according to park Superintendent Ed Keable.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Give your arches a little cushion with a ballet flat sneaker like the ones below.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
23 July 2025
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Like nearly all of beyerdynamic’s headphones, the DT 990 PRO X feature the same grey velour ear cushions which are soft enough to wear even for long listening or mixing sessions.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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“Cocoon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cocoon. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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