cover-ups

noun

plural of cover-up
as in veils
something that covers or conceals like a piece of cloth that contrived burglary was just a cover-up for murder

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Recent Examples of cover-ups Amazon’s Outlet has swimsuits, cover-ups, and other warm-weather staples starting at just $10, making now a smart time to grab an extra suit without overspending. — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2026 Sun shirts, burkinis, T-shirts, and cover-ups are fine for most attractions, but do know that extra fabric interferes with the physics of the fastest slides. — Alicia Underlee Nelson, Midwest Living, 15 July 2026 Doyle recommends packing versatile cover-ups that can quickly transform pool attire into something suitable for grabbing lunch, ordering coffee, or heading into indoor areas of the ship. — Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 15 July 2026 Hathaway was recently spotted enjoying a vacation in sunny Saint-Tropez, her baby bump visible beneath an array of breezy maxi dresses and cover-ups, including the Anne dress from her stylist Erin Walsh’s collaboration with La Ligne. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 19 June 2026 Finally, Senior Editor Hannah Vanbiber exposes FIFA’s bizarre venue cover-ups. — Tim McMaster, New York Times, 17 June 2026 There’s no conclusive evidence of alien life or government cover-ups. — Collin Binkley, Fortune, 15 June 2026 Bolstered by expert analysis, the film provides a fascinating look into governmental cover-ups over the years and humanity's natural curiosity for what may be out there. — Katie Rife, Entertainment Weekly, 13 June 2026 The Spanish Catholic hierarchy is belatedly reckoning with decades of abuse and cover-ups in the once-staunchly Catholic country. — ABC News, 6 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cover-ups
  1. veils
  2. shrouds
  3. cloaks
  4. blankets
  5. robes
  6. masks
  7. curtains
Noun
  • Their heads are covered in waist-length teal veils, and black canvas work aprons cover their gray habits.
    — Adora Namigadde, NPR, 23 July 2026
  • With diagnostic precision, shifting baseline syndrome puts a name on something that most of us have experienced—the ways in which the fog of forgetting veils experience.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 July 2026
Definition of veils
Noun
  • Like the men, the women all wore overalls, shapeless shrouds of dark denim.
    — Shyla Watson, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026
  • Understanding this dual existence could be key to solving the origins of dust shrouds in interacting supernovas.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of shrouds
Noun
  • The researchers now plan to explore smart, multifunctional cloaks capable of masking objects that produce their own heat.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 29 July 2026
  • Just running around wearing cloaks, slinking into and out of castles, slicing the throats of all who cross her.
    — Brian Grubb, Vulture, 27 July 2026
Definition of cloaks
Noun
  • Pan African Festival Bring your picnic baskets, blankets and lawn chairs and head to the sixth annual Pan African Festival for music, food, vendors, dance and discussion from people of African descent from all around the world.
    — Mary Caldwell, AJC.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Soft to the touch and easy to clean, these baskets will add a touch of luxury to your decor, providing a convenient location for storing blankets or accessories around the home.
    — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of blankets
Noun
  • Every room is outfitted with French-favorite Malongo coffee machines, Atelier Cologne bath products, velvety robes and slippers, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Spa-like amenities, including shower steamers, robes, and face masks, await guests inside.
    — Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of robes
Noun
  • Jessica transforms the betrayal of a generation taught that work would protect them into visceral cinema, where illness cracks the skin while luxury masks collapse.
    — Marta Balaga, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Divers wear blackout masks and practice rescuing themselves and fellow firefighters while operating without vision.
    — Darius Johnson, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of masks
Noun
  • This means users can simply state a room is too hot or dark, or request complex actions like simultaneously adjusting lights, curtains, and AC, and Kata will respond appropriately.
    — Paul Lamkin, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Adjust blinds, curtains, and AC settings to reduce heat buildup and cool the room before bedtime.
    — Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of curtains

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“Cover-ups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cover-ups. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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