under cover of anonymity

phrase

: with the understanding that one's name will not be revealed
an official speaking to a reporter under cover of anonymity

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And the letter-writer shares something vulnerable, under cover of anonymity, in exchange for being seen. — Blair Braverman, Outside Online, 21 Jan. 2025

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“Under cover of anonymity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/under%20cover%20of%20anonymity. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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