couched
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Asked by CNN whether he would condemn the group and what they stand for, and whether he would urge President Donald Trump to do the same, Burgum couched his language carefully.
From Barron's ● Jul. 5, 2026
Some decisions against him were couched in deferential language.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 1, 2026
He couched the stunning breach of diplomatic norms as a necessity given sweeping U.S. security concerns in the region.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 25, 2026
Walz couched his decision as a way of putting the people of Minnesota first.
From Salon ● Jan. 5, 2026
He couched his offer in prose that made it seem as if he were proposing the purchase not to benefit himself but solely to free the grieving Mrs. Holton from the burden of work.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
