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as in sheaths
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
slip the art book into its jacket so it won't get dirty
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Recent Examples of jackets
Bao Phi, Time, 13 Jan. 2026
That’s because shearling (or used synonymously, sheepskin) coats and jackets are essentially animal pelts.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 12 Jan. 2026
These Bagsmart compression packing cubes are designed with a dual-zipper system to remove any extra bulk created by heavy, thicker pieces (like sweaters or down jackets).
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
Hailey Bieber and Miley Cyrus both paired them with statement jackets, proving that this can be a basic (well, a really luxe basic).
—Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 12 Jan. 2026
Ahead, find petite-friendly dresses, jeans, sweaters, matching sets, and jackets from brands like Lee, NYDJ, and Lands’ End, starting at $23.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026
Old Fleece Blankets or Jackets Fleece blankets or jackets are made of microfiber fabric that is perfect for cleaning floors.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 11 Jan. 2026
The suspects appeared to grab entire racks of puffer jackets and sweatshirts before returning outside.
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
The storage tower features four vertical drawers to hold dozens of garments while making use of vertical space, and the rack offers room for additional jackets and accessories.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2026
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My child attended daycare and summer programs at Pillsbury United Communities center just four blocks away, where a multiracial cohort of kids happily play through the winter, swishing around in bulky jackets and snow pants, bouncing towards their parents.
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Nuts and fatty fishes, like salmon and sardines, contain omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for building the insulating sheaths that surround the nerve fibers that carry information from one brain cell to another.—
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Taylor, then with her fourth husband Richard Burton, wanted to ditch her formal '50s style of long skirts and tasteful sheaths.—
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The English brand Windsmoor, founded in the ’40s, is known for its exquisite, traditional tailoring and outwear using luxurious wools and cashmeres.—
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There’s a distinct air of the English countryside running through this season’s biggest trends, and this outfit—complete with its plaids and rich wools—simply aces it.—
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The Constitution vests Congress with the authority to declare war.—
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The Constitution vests Congress with the authority to declare war while making the president the commander in chief of the military.—
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Toney was found face down with two 9 mm shell casings near his body when officers responded to the scene.—
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Investigators recovered 16 casings on the scene and two handguns.—
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Form-fitting coats, designer goggles, and sleek ski pants were the norm for women, while high-performance brands with a retro bent dominated for men—and that was just the ski gear.—
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As for outerwear, my mom often sports long coats with sharp silhouettes, which never fail to look polished.—
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Air quality improves, as well, when you deep clean upholstery, carpeting, and window coverings.—
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Strategically using dimmers, light-filtering and -blocking window coverings, and temperature-changing light sources also offer sensory support.—
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In order to survive long-term, liver cells must be no more than 300 microns, the thickness of three human hairs, away from a blood vessel.—
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Here, pea peptides, castor oil, and glycerin help to condition lash and brow hairs, improving overall density and preventing breakage.—
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Even better, the pellets can be processed using standard injection-moulding machines — the same ones manufacturers already use for polystyrene test housings.—
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Batch tabletop miniatures for a weekend campaign, produce cosplay armor sections that fit together cleanly, or prototype brackets and housings for clients with consistent results.—
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“Jackets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jackets. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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