uncloak

verb

ˌən-ˈklōk How to pronounce uncloak (audio)
Definition of uncloaknext
1
as in to reveal
to make known (as information previously kept secret) uncloaked the latest plan for improvements to the state capitol

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2
as in to expose
to reveal the true nature of investigative reporters uncloaked the real estate tycoon, revealing him to be nothing more than a slumlord

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Recent Examples of uncloak Fourth- and fifth-grade students from Federal Hill Preparatory School counted down as a maintenance crew uncloaked the machine to reveal two massive, brown googly eyes. — Lauren Lumpkin, baltimoresun.com, 5 June 2018 But by threading the needle, Cassini has allowed scientists to untangle them, telling them about the mass, and therefore age, of the rings — and uncloaking Saturn's interior. — Paul Voosen, Science | AAAS, 15 Sep. 2017 The Senate has not uncloaked a bill GOP leaders worked on behind closed doors, although it is expected to be released Thursday, with a vote as soon as next week. — Stephen Koff, cleveland.com, 21 June 2017 Only if a match were made would a computer alert each side to uncloak the record and probe further. — Associated Press, WIRED, 17 June 2006
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncloak
  1. reveal
  2. expose
  3. disclose
  4. uncover
  5. discover
  6. tell
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  • In his post-match press conference after City beat Atletico Madrid 3-1 on Sunday, Maresca revealed that Omar Marmoush is in a similar position.
    — Sam Lee, New York Times, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The Supreme Court has recognized that phone location records can reveal far more than movement.
    — Nicole M. Bennett, The Conversation, 11 Aug. 2026
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  • Between 60% and 70% of new Ebola cases are being detected among people who were not already being monitored as contacts, meaning health workers may only discover infections after patients become sick and have had opportunities to expose others.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
  • This, in turn, left the defence exposed, with Sheffield United having 20 attempts on goal in Wrexham’s 2-1 fightback win at Bramall Lane in mid-March.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of expose
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  • Plano police did not disclose the woman's cause of death and said additional charges may follow as the investigation continues.
    — S.E. Jenkins, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • If an investigation later reveals that criminal activity was taking place before or during the naturalization process—but was not disclosed—the government may argue that the individual was never legally eligible to become a citizen.
    — Walter Pavlo, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of disclose
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  • Once Wanda’s ruse is uncovered, the real Vision (now sporting a white costume) is reanimated and has his full memory restored.
    — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Not that the impact on younger generations was going uncovered — certainly parents, educators and officials spoke out.
    — Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of uncover
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  • Between 60% and 70% of new Ebola cases are being detected among people who were not already being monitored as contacts, meaning health workers may only discover infections after patients become sick and have had opportunities to expose others.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The researchers then discovered that the second population of neurons, called Ddah1+ neurons, responded to stress.
    — Isabella Backman, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of discover
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  • The study of a patient’s urine was an extremely popular practice in the Middle Ages, even though doctors could tell precious little about what was ailing someone just by looking at a sample in a jar.
    — T.M. Brown, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Backstage, Kenny Omega calls the Don Callis Family bullies and tells them to pick any three members to face him and The Young Bucks, who are standing beside Omega, next week.
    — Rob Wolkenbrod, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026
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“Uncloak.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncloak. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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