couched

VERB

express in particular way

Synonyms

STRONGEST

utter

STRONG

formulate frame phrase put word

WEAK

set forth

Example Sentences

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His cheeks seem to grow pouchier, his eyes more sadly knowing, his manner ever more wisely patient.

From Time Magazine Archive

At 55, running for his fourth four-year term, the mayor looks older, wearier and pouchier than ever�but he is recognized as a real master in the art of political survival.

From Time Magazine Archive