sealed
Britishverb
adjective
Explanation
Anything that's sealed is securely — maybe even permanently — closed or unavailable. An ancient sealed tomb may be safe from curious explorers or grave robbers. A sealed bottle of medicine is tightly shut, not even allowing air inside. A sealed document might be physically closed, like a sealed envelope that's pasted shut, or just unavailable for anyone without special permission to look at. When a promise or vow is sealed, it's officially established or decided: "Their sealed promise meant that neither of them could ever mention the secret club."
Example Sentences
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The material was already buried when Constance arrived and it was his job to dig a 6m-deep trench around the outside of the mound before it was sealed using plastic membrane sheets and liquid clay.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2026
For Root, the innings victory sealed inside three days against Pakistan was the ideal start to his second spell as captain.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
Most records surrounding the fire’s cause have been sealed at the request of Edison and plaintiff attorneys.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2026
The exes settled their custody battle in November but details about their agreement were sealed, People reported at the time.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2026
The room was as silent as a tomb; it took in the outdoor noises and sealed them inside itself.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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