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as in conceals
to put into a hiding place
the thief had hidden the stolen jewelry under the floorboards
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as in obscures
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 licks
to strike repeatedly
the grizzled quartermaster threatened to hide any soldier caught stealing provisions
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as in whips
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 pelts
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 leathers
the hairless natural covering of an animal prepared for use
boots made of shiny alligator hide
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Recent Examples of hides
Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 6 Mar. 2026
As the skin matures, pores become larger, but Laura Mercier’s Flawless Fusion Ulta-Longwear Concealer effectively hides them.
—Taryn Brooke, Glamour, 6 Mar. 2026
And so the buffalo were butchered and sold for their tongues and hides, and their bones were ground and used for fine china.
—Christine Peterson, Outdoor Life, 5 Mar. 2026
Unapologetic, opinionated and unfailingly authentic, the 39-year-old rarely hides his thoughts or feelings inside or outside the ropes.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2026
The semi-transparent cover hides turbine fins that actively draw air to cool the brakes.
—New Atlas, 5 Mar. 2026
Set on the lush island of Nevis, paradise hides a dangerous undercurrent… and beautiful young Constance (Wilkerson) is trapped inside of it.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2026
Brewery District Just east of downtown, Reno hides a rising craft-beverage hub that’d be the envy of a much bigger city.
—Ted Alvarez, Outside, 4 Mar. 2026
UnitedHealth is the country’s biggest health care conglomerate, and the far more limited disclosure hides the scope of its sprawling network of businesses that includes insurance, medical clinics, and pharmacies.
—Bob Herman, STAT, 4 Mar. 2026
Olivia Young, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
At the time, Gentry was intrigued by the traditional footwear found in her own culture, which are typically made of soft hides, and historically worn for everything from hunting to powwow ceremonies.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 5 Mar. 2026
The character is haunted by childhood trauma and addicted to painkillers, and in one early scene, the masked man takes his shotgun and hides in a motel room closet, lying down and seeking comfort.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
Edelman’s long history in the interiors sector goes back to his first job sorting hides at his family’s company Edelman Leather, which his parents bought in 1981 and which eventually became a leading provider of premium leather furniture design.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026
All the meat was consumed by family members, the hides used as blankets for camping.
—Scott Haugen, Outdoor Life, 4 Feb. 2026
Elephants regularly take dust baths to rid their hides of insects and irritation.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Rather than letting these hides rot, they can be turned into leather, a durable, breathable and biodegradable high-performance material.
—Sara Place, The Conversation, 16 Jan. 2026
The products hitting shelves now were manufactured with more expensive hides, subjected to pricier foreign processing and shipped with higher freight costs than last year's merchandise, industry experts said.
—Luke Fountain, CNBC, 25 Dec. 2025
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Its sleek, portable design hides neatly behind your TV without blocking neighboring HDMI ports.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 6 Mar. 2026
As the skin matures, pores become larger, but Laura Mercier’s Flawless Fusion Ulta-Longwear Concealer effectively hides them.
—Taryn Brooke, Glamour, 6 Mar. 2026
And so the buffalo were butchered and sold for their tongues and hides, and their bones were ground and used for fine china.
—Christine Peterson, Outdoor Life, 5 Mar. 2026
Unapologetic, opinionated and unfailingly authentic, the 39-year-old rarely hides his thoughts or feelings inside or outside the ropes.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2026
The semi-transparent cover hides turbine fins that actively draw air to cool the brakes.
—New Atlas, 5 Mar. 2026
Set on the lush island of Nevis, paradise hides a dangerous undercurrent… and beautiful young Constance (Wilkerson) is trapped inside of it.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2026
Brewery District Just east of downtown, Reno hides a rising craft-beverage hub that’d be the envy of a much bigger city.
—Ted Alvarez, Outside, 4 Mar. 2026
UnitedHealth is the country’s biggest health care conglomerate, and the far more limited disclosure hides the scope of its sprawling network of businesses that includes insurance, medical clinics, and pharmacies.
—Bob Herman, STAT, 4 Mar. 2026
Noun
As submitted, the petition would not limit the trapping or hunting of furbearers, just the sale of their furs and other parts, including hides, pelts, skins, claws and similar items.
—Olivia Young, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
At the time, Gentry was intrigued by the traditional footwear found in her own culture, which are typically made of soft hides, and historically worn for everything from hunting to powwow ceremonies.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 5 Mar. 2026
The character is haunted by childhood trauma and addicted to painkillers, and in one early scene, the masked man takes his shotgun and hides in a motel room closet, lying down and seeking comfort.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
Edelman’s long history in the interiors sector goes back to his first job sorting hides at his family’s company Edelman Leather, which his parents bought in 1981 and which eventually became a leading provider of premium leather furniture design.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026
All the meat was consumed by family members, the hides used as blankets for camping.
—Scott Haugen, Outdoor Life, 4 Feb. 2026
Elephants regularly take dust baths to rid their hides of insects and irritation.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Rather than letting these hides rot, they can be turned into leather, a durable, breathable and biodegradable high-performance material.
—Sara Place, The Conversation, 16 Jan. 2026
The products hitting shelves now were manufactured with more expensive hides, subjected to pricier foreign processing and shipped with higher freight costs than last year's merchandise, industry experts said.
—Luke Fountain, CNBC, 25 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hides
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As submitted, the petition would not limit the trapping or hunting of furbearers, just the sale of their furs and other parts, including hides, pelts, skins, claws and similar items.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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Avoid storing fur in plastic garment bags, warm, dry closets, or dank, humid areas like the basement, as this can dry out pelts and lead to cracking or shedding.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2026
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The living quarters represent the pinnacle of craftsmanship, featuring approximately 78 materials ranging from ebony to fine leathers and custom furniture throughout.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
5 Mar. 2026
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Material World is a weekly roundup of innovations and ideas within the materials sector, covering what’s changing in how fashion is made, scaled or engineered from emerging biomaterials and alternative leathers to sustainable substitutes and future-proof fibers.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Mar. 2026
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The drama centered around a citizen petition to prohibit the sale of some wild animals furs.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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The proposal, which would outlaw the sale, barter, or trade of wildlife furs and furbearer parts statewide, is similar to Ordinance 308, which would have banned the sale of new fur products in Denver.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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As submitted, the petition would not limit the trapping or hunting of furbearers, just the sale of their furs and other parts, including hides, pelts, skins, claws and similar items.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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This trade-off has limited the design of electronic skins used in collaborative robots.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Certification seals that look official but aren’t clear The FTC’s Green Guides caution against seals or certifications that imply broad environmental benefits without clear explanation.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
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The wide-leg silhouette keeps things modern, while the pull-on waistband seals the deal on all-day comfort.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Burlington, known for selling coats, clothes, accessories and home goods, is set to open in the old Staples location, 8450 NW Prairie View Road, according to a Zona Rosa news release.—
Noelle Alviz-Gransee
Updated March 10,
Kansas City Star,
10 Mar. 2026
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One of the things my daughter and I both love is how this mascara keeps lashes defined and clump-free, even with multiple coats.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Hides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hides. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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