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verb

past tense of coat

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Recent Examples of coated
Verb
An umpire nullified a home run by Kansas City’s George Brett because Brett’s bat was coated in too much pine tar, which can improve a batter’s grip. Richard Goldstein, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024 Roll in cinnamon mixture until evenly coated. Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024 Toss grated butter with the flour in a medium-sized bowl until all pieces of butter are coated with flour. Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024 While the organ — which features 8,000 pipes — was technically not damaged by the fire, it had been coated in toxic debris. Toria Sheffield, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024 In this recipe, homemade bite-sized meatballs are coated in a tangy, glossy glaze that's a little bit sweet and a bit sour too. Nicole Hopper, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024 Advertisement Reawakening the organ pipes The voice of Notre Dame’s great organ hasn’t been heard in public since the blaze coated the nearly 8,000 pipes with toxic dust released when the lead roofing burned. John Leicester, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024 Finally, Carson's lashes were coated with L'Oréal Paris Voluminous Mascara in black. Catherine Santino, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024 An open-pit vermiculite mine, which operated from 1963 to 1990, coated the area — and residents’ lungs — with needle-like asbestos fibers. Peter Elkind, ProPublica, 13 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coated
Adjective
  • The glazed sweet potato cornbread is not just a side, but a star.
    Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 25 Nov. 2024
  • The chef also sought out a seafood tasting menu, spicy glazed tofu, and plenty of makgeolli to sip on.
    Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Although vague, the threat could have serious consequences for California, where major wildfires can cause billions of dollars in damage, much of which is typically covered by the federal government.
    Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Other technologies covered by the EEA include computers and operating systems, smartphones, ATMs, ticketing systems, television and telephony services, e-books and transportation services.
    Gus Alexiou, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The sheer magnitude of the eruption sent volcanic material high into the stratosphere, creating an ash cloud that blanketed the skies and dispersed across the globe.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
  • Described by those who love her as an artistic and creative soul, the Hawaii native’s sudden disappearance has captivated the media as photos of her beaming smile and flowing locks of dark hair have blanketed television screens across the United States.
    Amanda Musa, CNN, 3 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Style insiders are going all in on the look, too; fashion month’s crowds were awash in brushed knits, and New Yorkers of all stripes have pulled out their shaggiest jumpers as sweater weather has descended upon the city.
    Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Made from 100 percent cotton with a fleece interior and a brushed flannel shell, the Legendary Whitetails Camp Night Jacket can be worn as a shirt or jacket, depending on the weather.
    Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 25 Jan. 2023
Adjective
  • Chimney Rock’s 2021 Cab has aromas of black currant, red raspberry, and crushed violet petals with pleasantly grippy tannins and flavors of fennel frond, black raspberry, and a touch of finely ground black pepper in the finish.
    Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 12 Dec. 2024
  • To make the best cup of coffee, pour 20 ounces of boiling water over 1 cup of coarsely ground coffee, wait 1 minute, then break the crust, stir, and let steep for 5 more minutes.
    Hunter McMahon, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Of course, her mani of the moment (which had now transformed into her engagement mani) was on full display in all of the happy photos: short, subtly polished nails.
    Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
  • The following week, an employee might join to discuss how to look polished without trying too hard for a PTA meeting.
    Julian Randall, Essence, 11 Dec. 2024

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“Coated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coated. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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