under wraps

phrase

informal
: known to only a few people : secret
The name of the movie is being kept under wraps.

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Park’s new film is untitled; its logline is being kept under wraps. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 19 Aug. 2026 But what makes Espi different, and why was his move to the Bernabeu kept under wraps? Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026 Details are still under wraps, but Disney said the reimagining will include new attractions and more open spaces. Eve Chen, USA Today, 16 Aug. 2026 Jamie and Tristan seriously considered keeping this one under wraps, then gave in. Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for under wraps

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“Under wraps.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/under%20wraps. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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