capsules 1 of 2

noun

plural of capsule
1
as in pills
a small mass containing medicine to be taken orally took an antibiotic capsule three times a day for a week

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2
as in sheaths
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it a capsule containing all sorts of items from our era that is to be opened 100 years from now

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3
as in summaries
a short statement of the main points capsules of the day's major news stories appear on the paper's second page

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capsules

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of capsule
as in compresses
to reduce in size or volume by or as if by pressing parts or members together newscasts that capsule complex, important stories into one-minute bits for easy digestion by viewers

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Recent Examples of capsules
Noun
Founded in 1999 by Monica Wise, the label is well known for its swimwear staples, capsules and collections. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 24 Aug. 2026 At Fleet Feet’s Columbus Circle store in New York, employees have noticed increased interest in moisture-wicking and cooling apparel, as well as high-electrolyte drink mixes, capsules and chewable tablets. — Nadia Neophytou, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026 Some react to things that contain animal products, like marshmallows, Doritos, and medicine capsules. — David Pogue, CBS News, 23 Aug. 2026 Natural leaf products come in many forms − some as capsules, others as powders, others as drinks. — Charles Trepany, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026 But University of South Dakota researchers in 2023 published the results of an experiment — using blood capsules with an artificial skin — that demonstrated bedbugs could acquire MRSA during one feeding and spread it during a later one. — ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026 Independent coffee roasters have also developed capsules compatible with OriginalLine machines, expanding the range of specialty coffee options available in that format. — Wyles Daniel, Miami Herald, 11 Aug. 2026 At this point, all variety of capsules and spacecraft have not only gone out into space, but returned. — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 11 Aug. 2026 But with powders, gummies, capsules and ready-to-drink options all making similar promises, choosing a product can be difficult. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Verb
In comparison, the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsules that only have to return from the International Space Station, orbiting around 250 miles above Earth, only hit 3,500 degrees Fahrenheit and speeds of 17,500 mph. — Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026 Their sons, 11-year-old twins Kade and Jace, and 10-year-old Gage, were brimming with excitement to see rockets and space capsules up close. — Denise Chow, NBC news, 1 Apr. 2026 Why Not Natural Pure Organic Moringa Green Superfood capsules with lot number A25G051 and an expiration date of 07/2028 marked on the bottom of the bottle. — Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 3 Feb. 2026 What could make those Nespresso capsules better? — Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for capsules
  1. pills
  2. sheaths
  3. summaries
  4. compresses
  5. tablets
  6. casings
  7. condenses
  8. pods
Noun
  • That never was proved, although it was confirmed at the trial that Hyde had bought cyanide pills in the weeks before the three deaths in the house on Pleasant Street.
    — Dan Kelly August 22, Kansas City Star, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The label was obscured, but the pills were stamped with the code for opioid painkiller Percocet.
    — Iain Martin, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of pills
Noun
  • The research team says future versions may use adjustable sheaths or elastic materials to fit a wider range of bodies.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 July 2026
  • To further the house’s connection to nature, Wright used flagstone flooring inside and out and employed large sheaths of glass windows for visual continuity.
    — Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2026
Definition of sheaths
Noun
  • In healthcare, for example, an admissions department that once required 10 people may need two as AI handles referral summaries, reimbursement assessments and coordination workflows.
    — Dave Wessinger, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The software could also generate summaries after each exercise.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of summaries
Verb
  • Indeed, the Lorentz contraction compresses a moving object, although the contraction does not appear in a snapshot of the object.
    — Aaron Shattuck, Scientific American, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Pushing on or leaning against something that compresses the belly may increase the discomfort.
    — Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of compresses
Noun
  • Other medications including daily prescriptions, allergy tablets, pain relievers and over-the-counter medicines — generally need to be handled through the school health office.
    — Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Inside the library off O’Plaine Road, north of Washington Street, is now an interactive play area for young patrons, a brand-new space designed for middle schoolers and spots for adults with plenty of places to plug in laptops, tablets and phones.
    — Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of tablets
Noun
  • Detectives were seen outside the building recovering what appeared to be several shell casings.
    — Christina Fan, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Officers arrived to find multiple shell casings and an unoccupied vehicle that had been struck multiple times by gunfire.
    — Jason Green, Mercury News, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of casings
Verb
  • The film’s final scene condenses a great deal of meaning into a single moment.
    — JD Linville, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026
  • As the plume rises, the water vapor cools and condenses into tiny cloud droplets, forming a cloud directly above the fire.
    — Yunyao Li, The Conversation, 30 July 2026
Definition of condenses
Noun
  • The OutIn takes both pre-ground coffee and Nespresso’s original pods.
    — Cassie Gill, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Priority Pass now encompasses more than 1,900 lounges and experiences globally, ranging from traditional lounges to sleep pods, spas, gaming spaces and even an onsen overlooking an airport runway in Japan.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of pods

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“Capsules.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capsules. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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