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blanket

[blang-kit] / ˈblæŋ kɪt /






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He’d be safe in the company of another human being who might cover him with a blanket and kiss him on the forehead, a gesture I generally reserve for my cats.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 24, 2026

That lets worthy projects proceed without shifting costs to existing ratepayers—something a blanket moratorium can’t do.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 19, 2026

He’s tiny and delicate, with a full head of black hair, sleeping, wrapped in a blanket printed sparingly with rubber ducks.

From Slate Jul. 19, 2026

The panel is not expected to recommend a blanket social media ban either.

From Barron's Jul. 9, 2026

There was water, a tiny bit of food, a worn blanket on the floor.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler

The volunteers "are taking good care of us; we were given blankets and facilities to shower," Elvira Menendez said.

From Barron's Jul. 25, 2026

A dangerous heat wave can put anyone at risk of dehydration and heatstroke, and that’s a major concern this week as extreme heat blankets much of the U.S.

From MarketWatch Jun. 30, 2026

Residents can apply for help with everyday essentials, while items such as electric blankets, warm clothing and slow cookers would be made available later in the year.

From BBC Jun. 14, 2026

When Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, she and her friends set up a charity, delivering food, medicine and blankets near the front and raising money for depleted military units.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 12, 2026

On either side of the fire, we cocoon beneath our blankets.

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes




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