1
: being out of sight or not readily apparent : concealed
2
: obscure, unexplained, undisclosed
hidden motives
Examples of hidden in a Sentence
There was a hidden flaw in the airplane's design.
the hidden costs in buying a home
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There's also a move toward more closed cabinets and hidden storage, such as butler’s pantries, which reduce clutter and create a calmer space.
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Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
Exploring by boat or paddleboard is also a great way to find hidden areas that feel like your own private beach.
—Liz Provencher, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
More than once, Coon and Smallwood are completely nude on stage, as Agnes and Peter lay hidden parts of their psyche bare.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Jan. 2026
However, as later revealed, the Traitor’s identity would remain hidden from both the other players and viewers until later in the game.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
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Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
Exploring by boat or paddleboard is also a great way to find hidden areas that feel like your own private beach.
—Liz Provencher, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
More than once, Coon and Smallwood are completely nude on stage, as Agnes and Peter lay hidden parts of their psyche bare.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Jan. 2026
However, as later revealed, the Traitor’s identity would remain hidden from both the other players and viewers until later in the game.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
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“Hidden.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hidden. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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