as in casing
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
he removed his knife from its sheath and started to whittle
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Recent Examples of sheath
Under Mogen's body, police found a Ka-Bar knife sheath, stamped with a United States Marine Corps logo and allegedly containing Kohberger's DNA on the snap.
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Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 21 Mar. 2025
In this case, investigators found a single source of male DNA on the button snap of a leather knife sheath left at the crime scene, according to a probable cause affidavit.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 1 May 2025
Paleontologists unearthed the fossil in Mongolia’s Gobi Desert, and the find is unique because the sheath of one of the digits is intact.
—Katie Hunt, CNN, 25 Mar. 2025
The sheath allegedly had DNA on its snap that ultimately led investigators to Kohberger.
—Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 6 Mar. 2025
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Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 21 Mar. 2025
In this case, investigators found a single source of male DNA on the button snap of a leather knife sheath left at the crime scene, according to a probable cause affidavit.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 1 May 2025
Paleontologists unearthed the fossil in Mongolia’s Gobi Desert, and the find is unique because the sheath of one of the digits is intact.
—Katie Hunt, CNN, 25 Mar. 2025
The sheath allegedly had DNA on its snap that ultimately led investigators to Kohberger.
—Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sheath
Noun
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During their investigation, police found six 10mm shell casings at the scene.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2025
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While the casing is mostly reinforced plastic, the screen surround is titanium.—
Andrew Williams,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
Noun
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These half-sized classic window coverings let in ample light for prep work, while adding just enough privacy and charm.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 May 2025
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Prevent interior light from escaping by closing window coverings, using window film and moving light fixtures away from the windows.—
Lexie Beach,
Sun Sentinel,
14 May 2025
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Although crews were able to ventilate the building and clear most of the smoke from the top three floors shortly after the fire, Smith previously told the Daily Southtown the entire building was evacuated and all residents were assisted in finding temporary housing.—
Samantha Moilanen,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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The development would include eight affordable housing units, or those affordable to teachers, police and firefighters.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
28 May 2025
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Jean jackets with fur collars channels a richness from the ’70s, while the ’80s comes through awkward proportions and heavy silhouettes.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
30 May 2025
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His rental package included only the button-up shirt, vest, shoes, and belt, omitting the essential pants and jacket.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
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That’s all because of cooling properties like moisture-wicking outer shells and hypoallergenic, airy fill materials, such as lightweight down and mulberry silk.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
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Salmonella can be present inside the egg and on the shell, according to FoodSafety.gov — so don't use eggs with broken shells and be sure to wash your hands thoroughly after handling raw eggs.—
Gretchen Eichenberg,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2025
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The hinge mechanism of this print is stiff enough that the screen cover can be lifted partway without flopping back down.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 May 2025
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The cover features college legends like Reggie Bush, Denard Robinson, Tim Tebow, mascots, and more current college football stars like Clemson’s Cade Klubnik, Notre Dame’s Jeremiyah Love, and Penn State’s Nick Singleton.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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In one sense, doctors have always been writers, penning case reports since antiquity.—
Danielle Ofri,
New Yorker,
7 June 2025
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In one case, the high court halted an order from a judge in Maryland that has restricted the team's access to the Social Security Administration under federal privacy laws.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 June 2025
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“Sheath.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sheath. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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