layer

Example Sentences

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Of course, some of the best war movies contain far murkier layers, with the Americans or the allies or the Brits questioning whether they are in fact the good guys after all.

From The Wall Street Journal

Structural firefighters -- those working in the built environment -- rely on turnout gear made up of three distinct layers.

From Science Daily

Crisp cookies soften into clouds of lightly sweetened cream, layered with jam or mascarpone, until the whole thing collapses just enough to make slicing with a butter knife feel like a small act of rebellion.

From Salon

It’s deep and it’s layered, and it’s all rooted in truth.

From Los Angeles Times

EU officials say they have gone out of their way to allay Belgian worries and that multiple layers of protection -- including guarantees from other member states -- mean the risks are minimal.

From Barron's