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To find names that fit the bill, we screened for S&P 500 stocks with a well-covered dividend of at least 3% and estimated 2026 earnings growth of at least 7%.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

It was an unusual dynamic, a well-covered subject thanking a media corps for its discretion so publicly.

From Washington Post • Apr. 14, 2023

Lytle Hernandez concluded by emphasizing how their history, well-covered while it happened, was wiped from U.S. history books, even though Los Angeles played such a crucial role in the movement.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 10, 2022

Even if the top of the growth on borderline hardy plants died in the cold, as long as the roots were well-covered, they usually will come back from the base.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 5, 2022

Heat thoroughly and allow this sponge to stand, well-covered, in a warm place until morning, when add 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon butter or lard and warmed flour enough to make a stiff dough.

From Mary at the Farm and Book of Recipes Compiled during Her Visit among the "Pennsylvania Germans" by Thomas, Edith