as in suppressing
to keep from being publicly known
the governor vainly tried to cover up the growing scandal
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Moss is low-maintenance, eco-friendly, and can thrive in various environments, benefiting gardens by controlling erosion and suppressing weeds.—
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Better Homes & Gardens,
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Echinacea may interact with caffeine and immune-suppressing medications, though more research is needed to confirm this.—
Megan Nunn,
Verywell Health,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Covering (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/covering%20%28up%29. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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