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as in camouflaging
to change the dress or looks of so as to conceal true identity
the spies disguised themselves as harmless tourists
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as in concealing
to keep secret or shut off from view
that investigative reporter usually does a good job of disguising her true motives for interviewing a person
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Recent Examples of disguising
These tankers and freighters attempt to avoid detection through a variety of methods, ranging from repeatedly reflagging vessels under different national registries to physically disguising them like something out of Master and Commander.
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David Szondy
may 12, New Atlas, 12 May 2026
That's why designer Ashley Gallion says this method should be your first line of approach at disguising lamp cords.
—Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 8 May 2026
Known as seeding trials, these studies prioritize marketing over science while disguising their commercial purpose as legitimate research.
—Sukhun Kang, The Conversation, 6 May 2026
Gerodemos and the other individual are also accused of disguising payments related to gambling as legitimate business expenses.
—Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
Nathaniel Jaymoni Urbeaz, 22, of Dedham, Massachusetts was charged with conspiracy, disguising to obstruct justice, disorderly conduct and interfering with a police officer.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
On his last day before he’s scheduled to ride off on his motorcycle for a three-month sabbatical that’s only barely disguising his suicidal ideation, Robby spends his final shift lashing out at his co-workers.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
Many of Joseph’s current defensive principles — disguising blitzers indistinguishably from players dropping back into coverage — are similar to what Cincinnati did a decade ago, under defensive coordinator Guenther.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 12 Apr. 2026
Two struggling male musicians witness a mob murder and flee by disguising themselves as women in an all-female jazz band.
—Rick Mauch
april 6, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Apr. 2026
David Szondy
may 12, New Atlas, 12 May 2026
That's why designer Ashley Gallion says this method should be your first line of approach at disguising lamp cords.
—Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 8 May 2026
Known as seeding trials, these studies prioritize marketing over science while disguising their commercial purpose as legitimate research.
—Sukhun Kang, The Conversation, 6 May 2026
Gerodemos and the other individual are also accused of disguising payments related to gambling as legitimate business expenses.
—Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
Nathaniel Jaymoni Urbeaz, 22, of Dedham, Massachusetts was charged with conspiracy, disguising to obstruct justice, disorderly conduct and interfering with a police officer.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
On his last day before he’s scheduled to ride off on his motorcycle for a three-month sabbatical that’s only barely disguising his suicidal ideation, Robby spends his final shift lashing out at his co-workers.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
Many of Joseph’s current defensive principles — disguising blitzers indistinguishably from players dropping back into coverage — are similar to what Cincinnati did a decade ago, under defensive coordinator Guenther.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 12 Apr. 2026
Two struggling male musicians witness a mob murder and flee by disguising themselves as women in an all-female jazz band.
—Rick Mauch
april 6, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disguising
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The tint is sheer and subtle but makes a noticeable difference in evening out skin tone and camouflaging discoloration.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
31 May 2026
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Don't Overlook the Finish For a novice home painter, going with a flat finish will afford the most forgiveness, camouflaging imperfections rather than drawing the eye to them.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Apr. 2026
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She was acquitted of concealing an individual to prevent arrest, a misdemeanor.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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In the roller coaster video, he is seen concealing a box of chicken nuggets before entering the park and later boarding Millennium Force.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
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The labor market's surface statistics—unemployment near 4%, job openings still above historical norms—have been masking a more selective and sector-specific deterioration that's been building for the better part of two years.—
Jason Kirsch,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Why So Many Women Miss the Signs Hormonal birth control — pills, patches, rings, injections and IUDs — can blur the picture by regulating cycles and masking shifts in estrogen.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
15 May 2026
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The woman’s daughter showed investigators video footage showing Robinson rifling through the woman’s drawers, selecting items and hiding them on her body.—
Kairi Lowery,
Miami Herald,
5 June 2026
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Eggs or young cockroaches may be hiding in them.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
4 June 2026
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Three days after that, Skubal fired 35 pitches in another bullpen session, simulating what would normally be a start day.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
26 May 2026
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These models are getting better at simulating reality.—
Nilay Patel,
The Verge,
26 May 2026
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Da Messina’s Annunciation famously excises the angel Gabriel, while Ghirri’s version further edits the event by also obscuring the Virgin herself.—
James Quandt,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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The expression is aged in oak long enough to round the spirit without obscuring its herbal, earthy core.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Morning Star was recorded straight to tape on a Portastudio in Stockholm and Marchenko’s current home of Berlin, cloaking everything in a thin mist of hiss.—
Sadie Sartini Garner,
Pitchfork,
31 Mar. 2026
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An IndyStar investigation published last year revealed that the group, known as the Wolverines, abused their power for years, cloaking themselves in a code of silence and operating with impunity.—
Kristine Phillips,
IndyStar,
8 Mar. 2026
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Leander Schaerlaeckens is a long-time soccer writer and has worked for ESPN, FOX Sports, and Yahoo Sports, among others, covering the United States men’s national team at three World Cups.—
Leander Schaerlaeckens
June 8,
Literary Hub,
8 June 2026
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Meanwhile, Nico Hoerner was the starting shortstop in Saturday’s lineup, with rookie infielder Pedro Ramírez covering second base, underlining the potential options for a club with several versatile defenders.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
7 June 2026
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“Disguising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disguising. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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