encase
Example Sentences
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The bamboo scaffolding that had encased the buildings is a ubiquitous sight in Hong Kong, where it has long been used as an affordable and lightweight material for construction.
By contrast, the encased spores showed ~1,000x greater UV tolerance and remained capable of germination even after enduring −196°C for more than a week or 55°C for an entire month.
From Science Daily
This unexpected turn surprised many, as models navigated the runway encased in pleats from head to toe.
From Seattle Times
Older taxidermy specimens are frequently displayed, experts say, with museums taking precautions like using special vacuums to clean them — or encasing them in glass.
From Seattle Times
The charges come after the police discovered the remains of Yesenia Dominguez, believed to have been 9, encased in concrete inside a metal container at a storage center on Jan. 20.
From New York Times
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