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
State investigators went on to discover DNA on the sheath, which, after analysis that included FBI assistance, later came back as a statistical match to Kohberger, police and prosecutors allege.
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Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 22 Feb. 2025
First, Defendant abandoned any privacy interest in his DNA by disclaiming knowledge or ownership of the sheath from which the DNA was extracted.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 20 Feb. 2025
For the event, held on Thursday, Feb. 13, Kaling, 45, wore a form-fitting gold gown with sequins and embellishments, with gold leaf appliqués at the gown's sheath skirt.
—Justine Fisher, People.com, 14 Feb. 2025
Two sheaths are included to protect the hedge trimmer and grass shearer while in storage.
—Alice Knisley Matthias, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2025
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Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 22 Feb. 2025
First, Defendant abandoned any privacy interest in his DNA by disclaiming knowledge or ownership of the sheath from which the DNA was extracted.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 20 Feb. 2025
For the event, held on Thursday, Feb. 13, Kaling, 45, wore a form-fitting gold gown with sequins and embellishments, with gold leaf appliqués at the gown's sheath skirt.
—Justine Fisher, People.com, 14 Feb. 2025
Two sheaths are included to protect the hedge trimmer and grass shearer while in storage.
—Alice Knisley Matthias, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sheath
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Officers detained one person at the scene, and investigators found some bullet casings possibly connected to the shooting in the area, Steinbroner said.—
Caleb Lunetta,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
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Built into the casing of the screen are two small speakers with an output of 3W per channel that’s useful for playing alerts but not strong enough to play music well.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Advised by Moustafa to wear ball caps over their kippahs — traditional Jewish head coverings — for security reasons, Lopatin covered his with a Detroit Pistons basketball cap.—
Jane Arraf,
NPR,
27 Feb. 2025
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The trailer for the program kicks off with Suleman, now 49, driving around Los Angeles with a face covering, hat and sunglasses.—
Liza Esquibias,
People.com,
26 Feb. 2025
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Accessible health care, affordable, healthy food and stable housing are out of the reach of many.—
Anna Mae Duane,
The Conversation,
5 Mar. 2025
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During his tenure in Congress, Green has focused on fair housing and fair hiring practices for the poor and minorities.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
5 Mar. 2025
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Jean jackets: Another layer to add onto our more spring-forward outfits to ensure no goosebumps.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2025
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Whether the jackets make the playoffs or not, this season has been so much fun to watch.—
Aaron Portzline,
The Athletic,
8 Mar. 2025
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At that distance, my three-inch magnum shell loaded with No. 4 shot should have killed him.—
Larry Dablemont,
Outdoor Life,
5 Mar. 2025
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The running back has made a comeback in the NFL, especially last season, with so many defenses leaning on two-high shells to prevent big plays.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2025
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His anniversary shows will feature his many hits (which includes ten No. 1s), covers of songs by fellow piano greats like Elton John and Billy Joe, and some new music.—
Pam Windsor,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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During the period of Feb. 7-13, the cover pulled just 177,000 official on-demand U.S. streams.—
Jason Lipshutz,
Billboard,
5 Mar. 2025
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When people hear about large groups of people in class action cases, those people are typically identified in the discovery process, where the business will produce information and documents identifying people who have been similarly harmed.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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We won’t be bullied or intimidated by frivolous cases.—
Julia Jacobs,
New York Times,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Sheath.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sheath. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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