sheathed
Example Sentences
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Digwa, a Sikh, was carrying both a small sheathed dagger, known as a kirpan, and a second larger dagger in his belt, which is worn by some Sikhs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 3, 2026
The central figure revealed his face a breath before the others, his right hand sheathed in a dazzling white glove.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 13, 2025
"We strongly advise that you keep this tool concealed, sheathed, and out of sight in public places – preferably in a gardening bag or toolbox rather than on your belt," it added.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2025
Sergeant Ruiz and other officers tangled with Mr. Bonawitz, who is 6 feet 6 inches tall and weighs nearly 300 pounds, before confiscating an eight-inch knife he had sheathed on his hip, prosecutors said.
From New York Times ● Jan. 17, 2024
He was a tall, narrow man, like one of the marble pillars, except that, sheathed in sweat, he gleamed more.
From "Typical American" by Gish Jen
