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as in to bandage
to encircle or bind with or as if with a belt
wrapped her waist with a colorful silk sash
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as in to envelop
to surround or cover closely
a sinister darkness seemed to wrap the lonely cabin
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as in jacket
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Recent Examples of wrap
Novant Health, Charlotte Observer, 6 June 2025
The decision comes shortly after the two shows wrapped their 2024-25 seasons: Alert aired its last episode on May 27, and The Cleaning Lady finished up on June 3.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 2025
Justin Chang, New Yorker, 20 May 2025
Spread it onto a sandwich or tuck it into a wrap for extra crunch and zing.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2025
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Verb
Compression refers to wrapping an elastic bandage to compress and reduce swelling in a dedicated area, like the ankle or calf.
—Novant Health, Charlotte Observer, 6 June 2025
The decision comes shortly after the two shows wrapped their 2024-25 seasons: Alert aired its last episode on May 27, and The Cleaning Lady finished up on June 3.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 2025
Noun
Godard has no script, working instead from a treatment by his comrade François Truffaut, and also from ideas that come to mind before and during shooting; whenever inspiration runs dry, production wraps for the day.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 20 May 2025
Spread it onto a sandwich or tuck it into a wrap for extra crunch and zing.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wrap
Verb
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On the left, City forward Mary Fowler is hobbling around the opposite corner flag, her right knee bandaged, medical staff flanking either side and storm clouds collecting above.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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One of her sons, 11-year-old Yusuf, his head heavily bandaged, screamed in grief as the shroud of his younger sibling was parted to show his face.—
MOHAMMAD JAHJOUH,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
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The footage of the Birch Glacier's collapse on Wednesday showed a violent surge of ice, rock and mud followed by a dense dust cloud that quickly enveloped the Alpine village of Blatten, with homes disappearing beneath thick brown sludge.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
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From rich, indulgent creams that envelop your skin in a comforting cocoon of moisture to lightweight, gel-like formulas that absorb without a trace, there’s something for everyone.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
26 May 2025
Noun
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Tailoring tuxedo: a white double-breasted jacket with shawl lapels, single-pleated black trousers and a pair of Bottega Veneta Astaire loafers.—
Nathan Vinson,
People.com,
9 May 2025
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Top luxury items include Supreme headbands, Balmain navy blue blazer with gold buttons, gold Rolex, Diesel cap with big metal logo, Air Jordan 1s, black Gucci belt, black Dior shawl, Prada scrunchie, Burberry throw blanket, Alexander Wang heels, green Ganni bonnet and Dior slides.—
Alexandra Pastore,
Footwear News,
8 Apr. 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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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
Verb
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Right Now And don’t skip a walk around the city walls—a 1.2-mile stretch circling the Old Town.—
Jenn Rice,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Union demonstrators demanding passage of the bill greeted lawmakers outside the Capitol in the morning, circling a corner of the parking lot used by the governor and top legislative leaders.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
29 May 2025
Verb
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The hutch’s walls are enclosed with sturdy wire grids that keep your cats safely inside (and other critters out), while allowing fresh air to flow freely and offering an unobstructed view.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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More fossils will be needed to know if the prehistoric waterwheels grew snap traps to enclose small aquatic invertebrates, like its modern counterparts, but the lineage was already present during a time when the world was warmer and wetter, and mammals were just beginning to get big.—
Riley Black,
Smithsonian Magazine,
6 June 2025
Noun
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And this guy stole, George, million dollars in payroll taxes.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 June 2025
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The two symbols of the papacy handed to Leo were the pallium stole and the fisherman’s ring.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2025
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Check what gear is provided: Most expedition companies supply waterproof muck boots for land excursions and a warm outer parka.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2025
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Ideal for the coming winter seasons, these parkas are made to endure countless journeys.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Wrap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wrap. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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