under wraps
idiom
informal
: known to only a few people : secret
The name of the movie is being kept under wraps.
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Details of the new projects are under wraps at the moment.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Feb. 2026
Known for splashy Instagram-ready openings, Uniqlo is keeping its Miami plans under wraps.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Much of the story is being kept under wraps, but it’s meant to be both a tour of the classic Marvel Universe and something much more expansive.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 6 Feb. 2026
While details surrounding the show remain tightly under wraps, here’s what fans should know ahead of the performance, from start time expectations to cultural themes and how to watch.
—Holly Alvarado, Oc Register, 6 Feb. 2026
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Feb. 2026
Known for splashy Instagram-ready openings, Uniqlo is keeping its Miami plans under wraps.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Much of the story is being kept under wraps, but it’s meant to be both a tour of the classic Marvel Universe and something much more expansive.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 6 Feb. 2026
While details surrounding the show remain tightly under wraps, here’s what fans should know ahead of the performance, from start time expectations to cultural themes and how to watch.
—Holly Alvarado, Oc Register, 6 Feb. 2026
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“Under wraps.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/under%20wraps. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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