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as in to conceal
to put into a hiding place
the thief had hidden the stolen jewelry under the floorboards
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as in to obscure
to keep secret or shut off from view
he tried to hide his criminal past she hid the cat's litter box behind a screen
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as in to lick
to strike repeatedly
the grizzled quartermaster threatened to hide any soldier caught stealing provisions
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as in to whip
to strike repeatedly with something long and thin or flexible
threatened to hide the boys with his cane if he ever found them on his property again
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as in pelt
the outer covering of an animal removed for its commercial value
seal hides are used by Eskimos to make footwear, boats, shelters, bags, and clothing
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as in leather
the hairless natural covering of an animal prepared for use
boots made of shiny alligator hide
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Recent Examples of hide
Andrei Lankov, Foreign Affairs, 8 July 2025
The green laser shows you where dust might be hiding on your floors, and the LCD screen will tell you about the particle sizes down to the micron.
—Nena Farrell, Wired News, 8 July 2025
Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 14 June 2025
The property is hoping to attract a range of photographers, both novice and seasoned, to the property due to its hide.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
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Such a deal is not going to bring about North Korea’s denuclearization, of course, and Pyongyang will likely attempt to cheat by hiding some of its nuclear facilities.
—Andrei Lankov, Foreign Affairs, 8 July 2025
The green laser shows you where dust might be hiding on your floors, and the LCD screen will tell you about the particle sizes down to the micron.
—Nena Farrell, Wired News, 8 July 2025
Noun
On the walls were maps detailing their expeditions and traditional Greenlandic cold-weather garments made from animal hide and fur.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 14 June 2025
The property is hoping to attract a range of photographers, both novice and seasoned, to the property due to its hide.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hide
Noun
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Only a reindeer pelt separates you from the cold slab below.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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In the United States, it is estimated that 100,000 wolves were killed for their pelts each year between 1870 and 1877, according to the International Wolf Center.—
Ruth Sherlock,
NPR,
9 July 2025
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Siemer also designed a gallery space above a large chocolate leather sectional sofa that strategically incorporated mirrors.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 July 2025
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Opt for a pair of leather slides or platform sandals.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
4 July 2025
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These animals can grow up to two feet in length, weigh up to 11 pounds, and have reddish-brown fur and a yellow belly.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
1 July 2025
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After a hearty shake, the animals are rested and ready for action, with healthy, shiny fur coats at that.—
Mari Andrew,
Time,
1 July 2025
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The complex has a mix of stem cell culture from Alpine rose and a microorganism living in a Swiss glacier that purports to rejuvenate skin and stimulate Adenosine triphosphate, or ATP, a key energy source for skin cells.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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Specifically, this rejuvenation results in a host of skin benefits, from smoothing fine lines and wrinkles to diminishing the look of dark spots.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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Outdoor lights typically contain seals to protect against rain; however, these seals are not built to withstand the high pressure of a pressure washer.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 June 2025
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Even without actual mucus, suction cups with a water seal have been found to hang onto things 55 times longer than those without.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 June 2025
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At Dries Van Noten, a balance between playful and refined — monochromatic poppy red sneakers and socks made an unexpected statement paired with a classic gray check opera coat.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
30 June 2025
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Chase emphasized standout pieces like the pleated coats, dramatic capes, and the unexpected pops of color on the shoes.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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“Hide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hide. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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