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Examples of anonymity in a Sentence
They are trying to protect their child's anonymity.
She enjoyed the anonymity of life in a large city.
Recent Examples of anonymity from the Web
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Part of Hupp’s search took place during office hours, according to two people who spoke on the condition of anonymity to avoid retaliation.
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The lawyer spoke on the condition of anonymity in order to protect the student’s identity.
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The official, who was briefed on the investigation, was not authorized to discuss the matter publicly and spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity.
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The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the team has not yet announced the sale.
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How the phone ban is carried out was described to CNN by four White House officials who spoke on the condition of anonymity.
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In the early 2000s, at least three patients submitted letters complaining about inappropriate touching and remarks, according to a member of the clinic oversight committee who spoke on the condition of anonymity.
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Law enforcement officials, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, said the search was based on conversations intercepted through surveillance,wiretaps and listening devices in the three City Council offices.
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The officials spoke on condition of anonymity Monday because they were not authorized to speak to reporters.
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Origin and Etymology of anonymity
First Known Use: 1820
in the meaning defined at sense 1
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Synonyms
Near Antonyms
mark, name, note, report, reputation, repute;
distinction, eminence, glory, greatness, honor, illustriousness, note, preeminence, prominence;
position, prestige, rank, standing, stature;
acclaim, acknowledgment (or acknowledgement), praise, recognition;
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ANONYMITY Defined for English Language Learners
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: the quality or state of being unknown to most people : the quality or state of being anonymous
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