ensconce

/ɪnˈskɑns/
verb
  1. To settle or hide comfortably in a safe or secure place.
    • The cat ensconced itself in a warm corner of the sofa.
    • The journalist ensconced herself in a small café to write her article.
    • After the long hike, they ensconced themselves by the fireplace with hot cocoa.
  2. To establish or place someone in a position of authority or comfort.
    • The family ensconced their grandmother in a cozy armchair by the window.
    • The general was ensconced as the leader of the expedition.
    • The board ensconced the new CEO in the corner office.
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