caped
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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Cheering for such idealism used to feel corny; all the cool, caped crusaders had ethical kinks.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2025
In France, his caped and bearded figure became an emblem of Christian self-sacrifice.
From BBC • Sep. 9, 2024
But there’s no disputing that the task of resuscitating the Chargers, who were an ugly 5-12 last season and face severe salary-cap challenges, requires nothing less than the might and dedication of a caped crusader.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2024
In 2013, FCC caped rates at 25 cents per minute, which meant a 15-minute call cost $3.75; before that it was roughly $17 on average, about 10 times more than the average per-minute rate.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 5, 2023
As he opened his long caped cloak, the collar of which he kept turned up, it was seen that he was in evening dress.
From In Friendship's Guise by Graydon, William Murray
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