sheath

Example Sentences

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The research showed that MS first targets the myelin sheath.

From Science Daily • Oct. 21, 2025

Although existing treatments can help reduce inflammation, there are still no approved therapies that protect neurons or rebuild the damaged myelin sheath.

From Science Daily • Oct. 11, 2025

Frankly, Aidan’s behavior is far more concerning than Wyatt’s, a flag so big and red that Carrie could make a stunning sheath dress out of it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2025

Its versatile blade easily slices through steak, vegetables, and fruit, while the Italian leather sheath makes it ideal for travelers.

From Salon • Dec. 16, 2024

I reach down and pick it up and put it back in its sheath.

From "The Knife of Never Letting Go" by Patrick Ness