couched

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Verb couch has 1 sense

frame, redact, cast, put, couch - formulate in a particular style or language; "I wouldn't put it that way"; "She cast her request in very polite language"
--₁ is one way to give voice, formulate, word, phrase, articulate
Sample sentence:
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Couched

Part of speech: Verb

Sense 1:

Description: To express something in carefully chosen or deceptive words

Example: She couched her criticism in a way that made it sound like a compliment.

Sense 2:

Description: To phrase or express (a question or request) in a cautious or polite way

Example: He couched his request for a raise with flattery towards his boss.

Part of speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Description: Used to describe furniture or upholstery with a specific style

Example: The living room was decorated with couched chairs and plush sofas.