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fold

[fohld] / foʊld /




VERB
encase, enclose
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Antonyms


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This network consists of compartments that fold, modify, and prepare proteins before sending them to their final locations.

From Science Daily Jul. 21, 2026

Most often, I spoon them over yogurt, fold them into oatmeal or blend them into smoothies.

From Salon Jul. 21, 2026

"It's best to bring Myanmar back into the fold," Sihasak said.

From Barron's Jul. 21, 2026

"The era of bullying and extortion is over. It leads nowhere. We don't fold," he said.

From BBC Jul. 8, 2026

“Dragon Sighs are fierce this year,” Connor said, struggling to fold the map.

From "Willodeen" by Katherine Applegate




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