couched

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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

But he couched those remarks within a broader message: The U.S. would always remain Europe’s ally.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

Walz couched his decision as a way of putting the people of Minnesota first.

From Salon • Jan. 5, 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

Calculus makes this relatively straightforward, but Newton deliberately avoided using calculus in his published proofs, realizing that his peers would not accept the calculations unless they were couched in familiar language.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin