as in cloak
something that covers or conceals like a piece of cloth
a blanket of fog concealed the view of the harbor
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as in general
belonging or relating to the whole
a blanket promise of amnesty for everyone with overdue library books
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1
as in to coat
to form a layer over
leaves blanketed all of the land around the house
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2
as in to hide
to keep secret or shut off from view
blanketed the secret memo from the news media
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3
as in to extinguish
to cause to cease burning
firefighters managed to blanket the fire with foam
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Recent Examples of blanket
Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2025
At one point, Ramos-Aviles hid under the covers of a bunk bed and told two of the girls to remove the blanket, revealing his private parts, Nayci said.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
Taylor Gumm, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2024
Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
This despite the fact that Kraft and a super PAC backing him have blanketed the airwaves with millions of dollars of TV ads boosting Kraft’s visibility and attacking Wu.
—Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Think fall dresses that could pass for designer, Quince cashmere sweaters soft enough to double as a blanket on the plane, and wide-leg pants that instantly elevate your outfit.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2025
At one point, Ramos-Aviles hid under the covers of a bunk bed and told two of the girls to remove the blanket, revealing his private parts, Nayci said.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Add in those warm layers with this pretty blanket scarf that can be wrapped in a bunch of different ways.
—Taylor Gumm, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2024
Verb
Slowly, the outline of Chalet Alpina will emerge as snow begins to blanket the mountain once again.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
This despite the fact that Kraft and a super PAC backing him have blanketed the airwaves with millions of dollars of TV ads boosting Kraft’s visibility and attacking Wu.
—Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blanket
Noun
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While Sinner only survived by the skin of his teeth at SW19 after Grigor Dimitrov retired hurt at two sets up in their last 16 clash, Alcaraz has been wearing an invincibility cloak for the 15 days of the main draw at Flushing Meadows.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Bats don’t just sneak under the cloak of night, evading the human eye.—
Calista Oetama,
Sacbee.com,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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How Often To Clean Linoleum Floors For general cleaning, Marla Mock, president of Molly Maid, recommends removing dust and debris in high-traffic areas daily using a dry microfiber mop.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
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Remember to label, date, and mark each soil sample with the general location where it was collected.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Pan Make sure the Bundt pan is thoroughly coated with baking spray—not cooking spray.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
10 Sep. 2025
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Pour the marinade over and turn the tofu to coat.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In corroborating much of the testimony Pentagon intelligence official David Grusch offered in July 2023, Elizondo also accused the Department of Defense of hiding its UFO programs from Congress while misappropriating funds to operate them.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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Coel, the boundary-pushing revelation from I May Destroy You, is a perfect foil, hiding Lori’s feelings behind her deadpan delivery, unblinking sphinx-like stare and wary body language but poised to shoot barbs when the moment calls for them.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The fire has since been extinguished and the cause remains under investigation.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
12 Sep. 2025
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Smokejumpers have climbed into the canopy of several large trees and are working to extinguish burning limbs and branches.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The above-and-beyond production design and costumes are filled with both period-appropriate lushness and totally idiosyncratic touches, like sarcophagi that showcase the naked faces of the dead and several flowing gowns that resemble full-length veils.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
9 Sep. 2025
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The thoughtful musings of eleven museum workers (curators, guards, and other staff) are woven together by Calle to create a fluid narrative on silkscreen embroidered on veil.—
Natasha Gural,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Democrats are doing fairly well in the generic congressional ballot, which tests which party voters prefer to control Congress.—
W. James Antle III,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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First approved by the US Food and Drug Administration in 1996, this medication is now available in generic forms.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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His team accused Whatley of distorting the facts to cover for his support of federal policies that reduced funding for local police.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
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Don't go into a basement, or any room, if water covers the electrical outlets or if cords are submerged.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Blanket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blanket. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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