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Synonyms

covers

British  
/ ˈkəʊvɜːs /

abbreviation

  1. coversed sine

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Example Sentences

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Rob Maul covers snooker for the Sun and Shane McDermott has been a mainstay of the media room for the Mirror.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

Their $65,000 household income—derived from her part-time work as a sales associate at Disney and her husband’s job as a sales manager at an auto-parts store—barely covers their mortgage payment, food and medical needs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

The Safety Zone covers any land under the overhang of roofs.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

My monthly income more than covers my expenses without my needing to draw on my investments.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

“That pretty much covers it,” Jack agreed, yanking her back more quickly.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley

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