sheathed
Example Sentences
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Every bone, down to the last dire wolf rib, must be carefully sheathed in a custom foam shell.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 6, 2026
One cartoon posted on X by Chinese state media depicted her in Japanese Imperial Army uniform, a sheathed sword at her side.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 24, 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
Most of the buildings were sheathed in white plaster, making the city sparkle in the mountain sun.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
