sheathed

Example Sentences

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The post office steps, which I hit at a run, were sheathed in ice.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

"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

A gate in the barrier opened and Border Patrol, Marines and Army officials showed reporters how both fences were now sheathed in concertina wire.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 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

They wore bows and arrows slung across their backs and short, sharp swords sheathed at their belts.

From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill