as in disclosing
to make known (as information previously kept secret)
we tried to make him divulge the name of the winner, but he wouldn't budge
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Recent Examples of divulging
The company is not yet divulging the title of its fall musical, but people ages 18 and up who are interested in auditioning can call 408-878-5362 for more information.
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Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 7 June 2026
The actor and hair stylist, who met Weinstein in her twenties while trying to make it as an actor in Hollywood, spent five days on the stand, frequently becoming distraught while divulging deeply personal details about her life and four-year relationship with Weinstein.
—Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 13 May 2026
Senate Democrats also have condemned Warsh for not fully divulging the details of his extensive wealth, which disclosures show amounts to at least $100 million.
—Christopher Rugaber, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
Senate Democrats have also condemned Warsh for not fully divulging the details of his wealth, which amounts to at least $100 million.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 13 May 2026
Senate Democrats have also condemned Warsh for not fully divulging the details of his extensive wealth, which disclosures show amounts to at least $100 million.
—Joey Cappelletti, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Senate Democrats have condemned Warsh for not fully divulging the details of his own wealth, which amounts to at least $100 million.
—ABC News, 13 May 2026
Sophie Turner accidentally spoiled the surprise by divulging the cameo casting news at Comic-Con that year — while seated next to Williams.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Mar. 2026
Spoelstra wasn’t divulging his lineup plans.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 7 June 2026
The actor and hair stylist, who met Weinstein in her twenties while trying to make it as an actor in Hollywood, spent five days on the stand, frequently becoming distraught while divulging deeply personal details about her life and four-year relationship with Weinstein.
—Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 13 May 2026
Senate Democrats also have condemned Warsh for not fully divulging the details of his extensive wealth, which disclosures show amounts to at least $100 million.
—Christopher Rugaber, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
Senate Democrats have also condemned Warsh for not fully divulging the details of his wealth, which amounts to at least $100 million.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 13 May 2026
Senate Democrats have also condemned Warsh for not fully divulging the details of his extensive wealth, which disclosures show amounts to at least $100 million.
—Joey Cappelletti, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Senate Democrats have condemned Warsh for not fully divulging the details of his own wealth, which amounts to at least $100 million.
—ABC News, 13 May 2026
Sophie Turner accidentally spoiled the surprise by divulging the cameo casting news at Comic-Con that year — while seated next to Williams.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Mar. 2026
Spoelstra wasn’t divulging his lineup plans.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for divulging
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The charges do not stem from the general practice of paying informants but from the Justice Department's allegations that the SPLC made these payments without disclosing the practice to donors and by defrauding banks.—
Sarah N. Lynch,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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The employer may learn of a disability from (1) the employee disclosing it to a managerial employee (not just a coworker); (2) a third party disclosing the condition; or (3) the employer observing the employee.—
Dan Eaton,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 June 2026
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Advertisement If a good finale ties up a show’s plot and answers crucial questions, then a great one completes character arcs and deepens themes developed across multiple seasons, revealing the intricacy of narrative architecture too subtle to perceive from one week to the next.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
29 May 2026
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Rumors and proposals are starting to percolate, revealing the steep incline the Nuggets face to remain a championship contender.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
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Anthropic’s latest funding round further demonstrates that its foundational commitment to commercial applications of its technology—writing code, discovering software bugs, and white-labeling enterprise chatbots around the globe—is paying off.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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Sacramento County health inspectors closed three eateries including a Rancho Cordova warehouse after discovering 68 rodent droppings throughout the facility.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
May 29,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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In order to secure the funds, the family members submitted fake financial instruments and money orders, continuing to do so even after the IRS sent them letters telling them to stop, according to the statement.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 June 2026
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Especially telling is the staff’s attention to detail.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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While making Asphalt Meadows, Gibbard began digitizing 4-track demo tapes from Death Cab’s early years, uncovering instrumentals from the band’s inception and reminding the frontman of his old writing process.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
2 June 2026
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As a researcher tells Mary during the film’s abrupt ending, there are openings to the Backrooms appearing all over the place, and the company is dedicated to uncovering its secrets.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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