enfolded

verb

Definition of enfoldednext
past tense of enfold
1
as in wrapped
to surround or cover closely darkness began to enfold the lonely house on the hill

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2
as in hugged
to put one's arms around and press tightly the winner enfolded the huge bouquet of roses in her arms and thanked the judges

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  1. enveloped
  2. clasped
  3. shrouded
  4. enclosed
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  • The nearby dining area rests alongside a gourmet kitchen enveloped in walnut cabinetry.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Since then, the Adams administration has been enveloped by a series of searches and seizures from investigators, leading to the resignations of top officials, including his police commissioner, schools chancellor, multiple deputy mayors and his director of Asian affairs.
    Jake Offenhartz, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of enveloped
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  • Women clasped hands in ring dances.
    John Leland, New York Times, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Others clasped their hands in prayer.
    Abby Sewell, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of clasped
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  • The origins of Stonehenge are shrouded in mystery, but it was built to align with the sun on solstice days.
    Amanda Cappelli, CBS News, 21 Dec. 2024
  • Details about the missile are shrouded in mystery, and Raytheon officials referred questions on the matter to the Army.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of shrouded
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  • Think tender, aromatic vegetables enclosed in cheesy layers with a jammy, flavorful tomato sauce.
    Amanda Holstein, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
  • The exterior of the Hudson's tower is now mostly, although not entirely, enclosed with glass.
    JC Reindl, Detroit Free Press, 20 Dec. 2024
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