couch
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Synonyms for couch
Synonyms: Verb
articulate, clothe, express, formulate, phrase, put, say, state, word
Synonyms: Noun
chesterfield, davenport, divan, lounge, settee, sofa, squab
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Examples of couch in a Sentence
Verb
I'm trying to couch this delicately: I don't think we should date anymore. I couched behind the partition so as to avoid an awkward situation with my ex.Noun
find yourself a place on the couch and make yourself at home
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Of note: Glenn Gordon Caron, showrunner on Bull, is also receiving leadership couching, as part of a decision mutually reached by him and the network. — Isaac Feldberg, Fortune, "CBS Defends Renewing ‘Bull’ After Allegations: ‘People Continued to Watch’," 1 Aug. 2019 The federal Housing and Urban Development agency doesn’t account for people who are doubled up or couch surfing, which would make the number much higher. — oregonlive.com, "Multnomah County sees 20% more people sleeping outside in latest homeless count," 1 Aug. 2019 Descalso’s deal includes a $1 million buyout of his 2021 option, but that’s couch money to Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts. — Paul Sullivan, chicagotribune.com, "Column: Addison Russell is gone. Whether he’ll return to the Cubs is anyone’s guess.," 24 July 2019 The change was couched in friendly language suggesting Facebook was trying to make sure users didn’t miss stories from friends. — Jennifer Grygiel, The Conversation, "Facebook algorithm changes suppressed journalism and meddled with democracy," 24 July 2019 Trump couched his attack on the congresswomen as a critique of their own criticism of Israel. — Todd J. Gillman, Dallas News, "Texas Republicans squirm as Trump tells nonwhites in Congress 'go back' home; Cornyn calls it 'unforced error'," 16 July 2019 The defense's argument for a lesser sentence is couched in Fields' struggles. — Morgan Hines, USA TODAY, "White supremacist who plowed car into 'Unite the Right' rally to plead for mercy," 27 June 2019 Trump reluctantly agreed to cancel the raids and decided to couch the decision as a compromise with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, advisers said. — Author: Nick Miroff, Josh Dawsey, Anchorage Daily News, "Top US border official John Sanders to step down, deepening turmoil," 26 June 2019 Republicans have been able to couch their lack of action and obstruction on climate laws as economic caution. — Adam Rogers, WIRED, "The Debates Will Be About Climate—Disguised as Other Issues," 26 June 2019Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
Traditions include spending the day in the kitchen, preparing a lavish meal, eating said meal, and spending time curled up on the couch with the in-laws, usually with the television tuned to a family-friendly program. — Chloe Foussianes, Town & Country, "How to Watch the National Dog Show on Thanksgiving," 6 Sep. 2019 The box also includes fun stickers and a Nike Adventure Club Guide featuring recurring characters and ideas for activities that will get them off the couch. — Rachel Rothman, Good Housekeeping, "Nike Just Launched a New Subscription Shoe Box for Kids — and It's a Game Changer," 12 Aug. 2019 Between the killing and the discovery of Keene’s body, the family had Thanksgiving dinner and some relatives slept on the couch Windsor Locks police believe Keene was lying on when he was stabbed and bled to death. — David Owens, courant.com, "Defendant in Windsor Locks murder case opts for preliminary hearing," 12 Aug. 2019 Chill is canceling your Saturday night drinks plans to lay on the couch with a beer. — Alex Delany, Bon Appétit, "These Cold, Pesto-y Rice Noodles Are Incredibly Chill," 2 Aug. 2019 Team officials say the changes, aimed at improving the fan experience, should help drive fans off the couch and into the stadium. — Giana Han, baltimoresun.com, "Ravens roll out $120 million renovations aimed at getting fans off the couch and into M&T Bank Stadium," 23 July 2019 In the video, Miles can be seen maneuvering from a coffee table to the couch. — Kaitlin Reilly, refinery29.com, "Chrissy Teigen Says Miles Is Almost Walking & Where Has The Time Gone," 23 July 2019 According to the report, Ennis was found dead on the couch. — Jeff Weiner, orlandosentinel.com, "Man indicted on murder charge in woman’s shooting at east-Orange mobile home park," 18 July 2019 If anything, there’s never enough comfy, form-fitting leggings to take you through a week of workouts and lounging on the couch. — Braelyn Wood, Health.com, "Alo Yoga, Gaiam, and More Trendy Legging Brands Are on Sale Now for Prime Day," 15 July 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'couch.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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