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as in covered
to form a layer over
thicken the sauce until it will coat the back of a spoon
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Recent Examples of coated
Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 21 Apr. 2026
Its canopy is made of durable 300D coated fabric that provides UPF 50+ sun protection.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
The final goal for the research team is to mass-produce rolls of this special coated fabric that people could buy at a local hardware store.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 14 Apr. 2026
The expert shares that this design makes the sponge too harsh for delicate or coated appliance surfaces, as the abrasive materials scrape the finish and cause visible damage.
—Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 11 Apr. 2026
The nut mix has almonds, pecans, coated cashews, and crispy bread chips, all dusted in a flavorful garlic butter seasoning blend.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
And while many slow cookers now offer coated aluminum or stainless steel pots, the original Crock-Pot slow cooker that took over American kitchens in the 1970s featured a ceramic crock similar to Magnifique’s.
—Callie Sumlin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2026
Its coated bottom protects your training gear from spills and other damage.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2026
Elsewhere, deeper valances and vented sill covers help to smooth airflow, chrome parts—such as the bumpers and grille—are ceramic-coated, and all lights are upgraded to super-bright LEDs.
—Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 10 Mar. 2026
Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 29 Apr. 2026
The exterior of the ring is coated in titanium, which held up well during two weeks of testing.
—Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 28 Apr. 2026
Use a dryer to machine-dry bedding and clothing, instead of hanging clothes on a clothesline, which can cause laundry to become coated with pollen.
—Beth Biggee, EverydayHealth.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Research shows that coated non-stick pans, plastic cutting boards and disposable utensils all release substantial quantities of microplastic particles during everyday use.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 27 Apr. 2026
When George shows up dead in the pasture one day, his hands mysteriously coated in blue and green dye, the sheep are naturally grief-stricken.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 27 Apr. 2026
Investigators determined that the Highway 82 fire, also called the Brantley County fire, began when a party balloon, coated with aluminum, landed on a transmission line, triggering an electrical spark that ignited surrounding vegetation, officials said.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Stir together panko, Parmesan, butter, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a medium bowl until breadcrumbs are coated in butter.
—Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026
Toss until chicken is coated (your hands work best here).
—Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Hermes-1 is not built to produce electricity, which is a crucial step in demonstrating the incorporation of components such as the tri-structural isotropic (TRISO) coated fuel particle and flibe molten fluoride salt coolant.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 21 Apr. 2026
Its canopy is made of durable 300D coated fabric that provides UPF 50+ sun protection.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
The final goal for the research team is to mass-produce rolls of this special coated fabric that people could buy at a local hardware store.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 14 Apr. 2026
The expert shares that this design makes the sponge too harsh for delicate or coated appliance surfaces, as the abrasive materials scrape the finish and cause visible damage.
—Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 11 Apr. 2026
The nut mix has almonds, pecans, coated cashews, and crispy bread chips, all dusted in a flavorful garlic butter seasoning blend.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
And while many slow cookers now offer coated aluminum or stainless steel pots, the original Crock-Pot slow cooker that took over American kitchens in the 1970s featured a ceramic crock similar to Magnifique’s.
—Callie Sumlin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2026
Its coated bottom protects your training gear from spills and other damage.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2026
Elsewhere, deeper valances and vented sill covers help to smooth airflow, chrome parts—such as the bumpers and grille—are ceramic-coated, and all lights are upgraded to super-bright LEDs.
—Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 10 Mar. 2026
Verb
While this necklace is gold vermeil (coated), it’s designed to last a long time—just make sure not to shower with it on.
—Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 29 Apr. 2026
The exterior of the ring is coated in titanium, which held up well during two weeks of testing.
—Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 28 Apr. 2026
Use a dryer to machine-dry bedding and clothing, instead of hanging clothes on a clothesline, which can cause laundry to become coated with pollen.
—Beth Biggee, EverydayHealth.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Research shows that coated non-stick pans, plastic cutting boards and disposable utensils all release substantial quantities of microplastic particles during everyday use.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 27 Apr. 2026
When George shows up dead in the pasture one day, his hands mysteriously coated in blue and green dye, the sheep are naturally grief-stricken.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 27 Apr. 2026
Investigators determined that the Highway 82 fire, also called the Brantley County fire, began when a party balloon, coated with aluminum, landed on a transmission line, triggering an electrical spark that ignited surrounding vegetation, officials said.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Stir together panko, Parmesan, butter, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a medium bowl until breadcrumbs are coated in butter.
—Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026
Toss until chicken is coated (your hands work best here).
—Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coated
Adjective
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Windows have been replaced, and the firehouse doors have been swapped out for large glazed openings facing Whipple.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Apr. 2026
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Vertical slats of glazed terra-cotta on ARO’s addition block the glare, soften the surface, and stripe the view from inside the gallery.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The city cut funding last year to $800,000, with the remainder covered by a grant from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.—
Sandra McDonald,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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The notices accompanying the most recent launches from Plesetsk covered much longer time periods, with daily windows of up to 10 hours over up to 14 consecutive days.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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The waxed, slightly distressed exterior does a solid job of hiding scuffs and offers enough water resistance to handle light rain without issue.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2026
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Place meatballs in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with waxed paper.—
Maddy Bendgen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Nearly a week after bouts of severe storms blanketed the Kansas City metro, came along Thursday as a cold front moved through the region.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
24 Apr. 2026
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The fires that spread this week during an extreme drought in Georgia and Florida have blanketed cities hundreds of miles away in smoke, leading to more air quality warnings Thursday across the Southeast.—
Emilie Megnien,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The three-piece set includes a quilt and two pillowcases made from a premium blend of brushed microfiber, which results in a silky-smooth, lightweight texture that provides warmth, comfort, and breathability when temperatures start to rise.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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Spanx AirEssentials Brushed Full-Zip Jacket Not to be missed, this zip-up jacket — complete with an ultra-soft brushed interior and stately mock neckline — offers a more sophisticated take on travel day dressing.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Unlike traditional cheesecake, which is baked low and slow in a water bath for a smooth, dense finish, Basque cheesecake embraces rustic charm with a burnished top, cracks and all.—
Amisha Gurbani,
San Francisco Chronicle,
10 Apr. 2026
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Instead of needing to overcome the one-time stigma of tiny Gonzaga, Lloyd enjoyed a burnished reputation, having spent so much time with inarguably one of the standard bearers of the sport.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Unfortunately, physical barriers like metal or plastic edging will not contain ground ivy, thanks to the underground roots.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
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Acclimating our senses was rooftop breakfast served by a gracious staff who introduced us to Armenian coffee — finely ground into a powder and brewed in a jazzve pot.—
Marlise Kast-Myers,
Boston Herald,
12 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Plenty of Sellers’ struggles could be pinned on offensive play calling and a lack of polished talent around him.—
Nick Baumgardner,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Instead, the designer recommends trying a combination such as polished nickel paired with warm brass or gold.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Coated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coated. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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