as in reveals
to make known (as information previously kept secret)
finally bared the secret that she had kept to herself for so long
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Recent Examples of bares
The key location of Rambla de Barrachina, a spectacular gorge in the Aragón province of Teruel, bares more than just a resemblance to Morocco’s picturesque landscape.
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Ed Meza, Variety, 14 Apr. 2026
While the title character’s thrill-seeking nature bares quite the contrast to Weaving’s homebody self, certain parallels may be drawn between them.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 1 Apr. 2026
Viewers may find their allegiances shifting as the series progresses and one half of the couple bares their teeth while the other is showing their soft white underbelly.
—Sarah Rodman, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Mar. 2026
And one death there bares a notable distinction — a local medical examiner has ruled it a homicide.
—Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN Money, 13 Mar. 2026
At group therapy with his troubled stepson, Richard (Arlan Ruf), Floyd bares his soul.
—Judy Berman, Time, 26 Feb. 2026
Take the quiz here … TOPLESS READS – Kendall Jenner bares all in beach hammock as family documents lavish vacation.
—FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Blues music bares the soul and braces the spirit.
—Mars Salazar, Austin American Statesman, 4 Aug. 2025
Ed Meza, Variety, 14 Apr. 2026
While the title character’s thrill-seeking nature bares quite the contrast to Weaving’s homebody self, certain parallels may be drawn between them.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 1 Apr. 2026
Viewers may find their allegiances shifting as the series progresses and one half of the couple bares their teeth while the other is showing their soft white underbelly.
—Sarah Rodman, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Mar. 2026
And one death there bares a notable distinction — a local medical examiner has ruled it a homicide.
—Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN Money, 13 Mar. 2026
At group therapy with his troubled stepson, Richard (Arlan Ruf), Floyd bares his soul.
—Judy Berman, Time, 26 Feb. 2026
Take the quiz here … TOPLESS READS – Kendall Jenner bares all in beach hammock as family documents lavish vacation.
—FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Blues music bares the soul and braces the spirit.
—Mars Salazar, Austin American Statesman, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bares
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Consumers want environments that actively support their health, wellbeing and longevity, the study reveals, leading to communities with preventative medicine facilities on site and personalized health protocols incorporated into the spaces.—
Jamie Gold,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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But in the front, a tie waist just barely reveals swim bottoms underneath, which provide ample coverage while walking around the pool or beach.—
Claire West,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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Steyer spokesperson Kevin Liao said the campaign requires creators to follow all disclosure laws when contracting with the campaign and discloses payments in campaign filings.—
Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
15 May 2026
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The first is standardized reporting that discloses trial funding, investigator payments, enrollment criteria and the rationale for site selection.—
Sukhun Kang,
The Conversation,
6 May 2026
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However, Jimmy discovers that Michael was secretly selling the voice and likeness of clients to AI companies without their consent and uses that revelation to blackmail him into stepping down.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Early in the movie, failed architect and failing furniture-store owner Clark (Chiwetel Ejiofor) discovers a portal into a seemingly endless, unpopulated liminal space filled with distorted reproductions of real-world rooms, objects, and even whole neighborhoods.—
Tasha Robinson,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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The investigation uncovers a decades-old love affair.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
1 June 2026
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At the center of the story is the youngest daughter, Marjorie, who uncovers a dark secret within the family and is forced to face the unsettling reality that sometimes lies carry more power than truth.—
Erik Pedersen,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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Netflix tells Variety the game will be updated daily throughout the World Cup with new challenges and features tied into the real events and results of the tournament.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
4 June 2026
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Navalny tells the story of Alexei Navalny, a Russian opposition leader whose poisoning by Putin operatives in August 2020 nearly killed him.—
James Mercadante,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 June 2026
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Trainer argues that the SpaceX S-1 registration statement exposes a litany of weaknesses.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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Vaping exposes users to nicotine, which is an addictive substance, and a range of potentially harmful substances.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
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