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as in hiding
to put into a hiding place
wisely concealed the documents in a drawer beneath a false bottom
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as in obscuring
to keep secret or shut off from view
the defense attorney accused the prosecutor of trying to conceal exculpatory evidence
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Recent Examples of concealing
William Scott Cantwell, 19, of Warwick, Rhode Island faces four charges, which include conspiracy, disorderly conduct, shoplifting by concealing merchandise and interfering with a police officer.
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Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Misprision of felony involves someone knowing a felony was committed, and concealing it and failing to report it to authorities as soon as possible.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
Just days before the child’s death, Supervisor Arenas had castigated agency officials for concealing a November status report from the state that listed unresolved concerns.
—Julia Prodis Sulek, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
Even so, a little magic has crept into the proceedings, with some brands concealing their cleverness in plain sight and others putting more of the horological art on display.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2026
Shoplifting by concealing merchandise.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 14 Apr. 2026
Storage benches can also double as dining seating, providing a place to sit at the table while concealing linens, placemats or seasonal items inside.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2026
Snelling, 22, was charged with manslaughter, abuse of a corpse, tampering with physical evidence and concealing the birth of an infant after a Fayette County grand jury returned an indictment March 10.
—Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Apr. 2026
Kevan Works, 66, faces single counts of first-degree murder and concealing a homicidal death, according to a Chicago Police Department news release.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Misprision of felony involves someone knowing a felony was committed, and concealing it and failing to report it to authorities as soon as possible.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
Just days before the child’s death, Supervisor Arenas had castigated agency officials for concealing a November status report from the state that listed unresolved concerns.
—Julia Prodis Sulek, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
Even so, a little magic has crept into the proceedings, with some brands concealing their cleverness in plain sight and others putting more of the horological art on display.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2026
Shoplifting by concealing merchandise.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 14 Apr. 2026
Storage benches can also double as dining seating, providing a place to sit at the table while concealing linens, placemats or seasonal items inside.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2026
Snelling, 22, was charged with manslaughter, abuse of a corpse, tampering with physical evidence and concealing the birth of an infant after a Fayette County grand jury returned an indictment March 10.
—Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Apr. 2026
Kevan Works, 66, faces single counts of first-degree murder and concealing a homicidal death, according to a Chicago Police Department news release.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for concealing
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Hospital surveillance footage captured Talley pointing the gun at the room where the technician was hiding, Pekara said, before starting to make his way out of the building.—
Caroline Kubzansky,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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After a search of the area, police located both suspects, who police said are teenagers, hiding nearby and took both into custody.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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Ror all its strengths, Muskism’s account of the rise and influence of its protagonist is one squarely focused on ideology, obscuring the broader political and economic forces working behind the scenes.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Apr. 2026
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Records provided to The Star about the Alpha Tau Omega case were heavily redacted, obscuring the specific allegations against fraternity members.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
23 Apr. 2026
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Carlsson concluded an odd-man rush by burying a beautiful backhand.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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The mower was burying itself under shrubs and smashing into 6-inch-tall+ (15-cm+) stone walls.—
Joe Salas
April 25,
New Atlas,
25 Apr. 2026
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Their station Y’Allternative will also be covering the festival on Sunday.—
Katie Simons,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Before the Hill, Cusack was a reporter and editor for Inside Washington Publishers, covering the Labor Department and the Department of Health and Human Services.—
Bob Cusack,
The Washington Examiner,
26 Apr. 2026
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Nathaniel Jaymoni Urbeaz, 22, of Dedham, Massachusetts was charged with conspiracy, disguising to obstruct justice, disorderly conduct and interfering with a police officer.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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On his last day before he’s scheduled to ride off on his motorcycle for a three-month sabbatical that’s only barely disguising his suicidal ideation, Robby spends his final shift lashing out at his co-workers.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
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The drug has already taught the field that powerfully suppressing this key cancer driver actually works.—
Lisa Jarvis,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026
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By suppressing appetite, the body can direct more energy toward the immune response.—
Jasna Hodžić,
Big Think,
22 Apr. 2026
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At the same time, however, misinformation demonized everything from vaccine science to the actual impact of masking to public health workers.—
Penelope Gatlin,
STAT,
20 Apr. 2026
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Maple and soy are terrific flavor partners for salmon, masking any slightly fishy flavor that turns off some eaters.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
18 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Concealing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concealing. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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