sheath
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The myelin sheath is a protective coating that surrounds nerve fibers in the brain and spinal cord.
From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026
Calvin Klein, where Bessette worked before marrying JFK Jr., has a “90s Edit” on its website showcasing sheath dresses, white button-down shirts and other minimalist looks from the era.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
Frankly, Aidan’s behavior is far more concerning than Wyatt’s, a flag so big and red that Carrie could make a stunning sheath dress out of it.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2025
The specimen also preserves the first keratinous sheath of a therizinosaur, an element that covers the claw much like human fingernails, aiding defence, movement, or prey catching.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2025
He pulls the sword out of its sheath and holds it in both hands.
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
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