Example Sentences

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Some have couched their opposition in policy terms.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 10, 2022

But they could have couched it by saying “this one is right up there with the best” without declaring it the clear No. 1.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 9, 2021

Skeptics have couched their doubt in consideration of that possibility.

From Washington Post • Sep. 2, 2020

Several stores have couched recent increases inside promotions, or nudged price tags up by a little under 10 percent, the point at which many shoppers’ radar picks up on the move.

From New York Times • Apr. 23, 2011

"And if I did," said Sir Kenneth haughtily, "Saladin's would neither be the first nor the best turban that I have couched lance at."

From The Talisman by Scott, Walter, Sir