padded

Example Sentences

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In part for that reason, his narrative gradually comes to seem padded and repetitive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

“Mr. Allen is forced to be escorted to the shower, strip searched when entering and exiting his cell, and wear a padded vest while inside,” Kramer wrote.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

The increase in employment March — the biggest in 15 months — was padded by the return of 31,000 striking nurses.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Retail electricity rates, padded out with wildfire prevention costs and state-mandated social programs, have increased by twice as much.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026

I could land with no danger of injuring myself on the padded mats or in the squishy foam pits.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles