couched

Example Sentences

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Many of the executives couched their enthusiasm with caveats.

From Salon • Jun. 24, 2026

Nvidia couched the new PC announcement as part of a broader shift in AI computing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

But for Nihill, that joke only works if it’s couched within the larger context of the cross-cultural connections, including the fact that Jamaican-born political activist Marcus Garvey drew upon the Irish independence movement for inspiration.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

The BBC has argued the words were couched as allegations – Mr Adams' side has claimed allegations were presented as fact.

From BBC • May 26, 2025

His request of Bobby was couched in cordial, nonpleading terms, but Bobby heartlessly never answered him, and Lombardy stepped in to do the job.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady