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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
Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 27 Mar. 2026
In the 1995 film, Carrey’s pet detective character hides inside a fake rhinocerous to spy on unscrupulous types in a safari setting.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2026
Ex-convict Adèle gets a job as a baggage handler there and quickly realizes that the job requires a lot more than moving luggage from the lobby to the room, as every favor hides a hidden cost and power dynamics shift rapidly.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 27 Mar. 2026
This luggage expands to allow for greater packing space, and its custom design hides potential scratches and scuffs.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The slim knife carries an even slimmer ballpoint pen cartridge that hides away near the rounded tip of the handle.
—New Atlas, 26 Mar. 2026
Lost in translation Research suggests this English-first narrative hides a more complex reality.
—Aslesha Mehta, Fortune, 23 Mar. 2026
The deliberate sparring during mealtime hides a palpable contempt the two warriors have for each other, further displayed as a seething hatred conveyed on Kirk's face as Chang departs back to Kronos One.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 22 Mar. 2026
This information is conveyed by a hilariously avant-garde Poulter, playing the store’s manager, who dyes his hair to match each monochromatic scheme and hides his nefariousness behind a company policy that requires techno music to be played at maximum volume at all times.
—Jada Yuan, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026
Nidhi Sharma, Popular Science, 12 Mar. 2026
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
Verb
Indeed, few movies have ever been more damning or prescient in their condemnation of the health industrial complex, which hides all manner of sins under the guise of physical improvement.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 27 Mar. 2026
In the 1995 film, Carrey’s pet detective character hides inside a fake rhinocerous to spy on unscrupulous types in a safari setting.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2026
Ex-convict Adèle gets a job as a baggage handler there and quickly realizes that the job requires a lot more than moving luggage from the lobby to the room, as every favor hides a hidden cost and power dynamics shift rapidly.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 27 Mar. 2026
This luggage expands to allow for greater packing space, and its custom design hides potential scratches and scuffs.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The slim knife carries an even slimmer ballpoint pen cartridge that hides away near the rounded tip of the handle.
—New Atlas, 26 Mar. 2026
Lost in translation Research suggests this English-first narrative hides a more complex reality.
—Aslesha Mehta, Fortune, 23 Mar. 2026
The deliberate sparring during mealtime hides a palpable contempt the two warriors have for each other, further displayed as a seething hatred conveyed on Kirk's face as Chang departs back to Kronos One.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 22 Mar. 2026
This information is conveyed by a hilariously avant-garde Poulter, playing the store’s manager, who dyes his hair to match each monochromatic scheme and hides his nefariousness behind a company policy that requires techno music to be played at maximum volume at all times.
—Jada Yuan, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026
Noun
The canines ripped through tough hides, devouring high-fat tissue and leaving carcasses with soft meat on the bone—a perfect meal for ravens who seemed to follow the kill.
—Nidhi Sharma, Popular Science, 12 Mar. 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hides
Noun
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The PlayLab staff will host a story time featuring books inspired by bison, along with a coloring craft event and a touch-and-feel experience with bison pelts.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
16 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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That distinctive colorway extends to the interior, where a subtle palette, teak flooring, and rich leathers are juxtaposed with gold fixtures and fittings.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
23 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,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In central dining tents, more blankets and furs make for a comfortable and cozy atmosphere.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
16 Mar. 2026
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The militia had first interrogated the Delaware and Mohican about the location of their material possessions before killing them to ensure a successful plunder of pewter, tea sets, furs, and clothing.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Even the Spotted Stone bar gets in on the eco action, utilizing all ingredients and minimizing waste (lemon and lime skins are processed and used to make homemade syrups for cocktails, for example).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Mar. 2026
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Riders swung into stirrups with boots fashioned from exotic skins — alligator, ostrich, python and even an Amazon River fish.—
Molly Hennessy-Fiske,
Washington Post,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Melanie Benesh from the Environmental Working Group, which has worked closely with Gabriel throughout the years on his legislation, said if the bill were to be passed, shoppers could see the seals on breads, yogurts, snacks and cereals.—
Kate Wolffe,
Sacbee.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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Any sightings of sick, injured or deceased whales, dolphins, seals and sea turtles should be reported the NYS Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Stranding Hotline at (631) 369-9829.—
Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The other mother picked up her kids’ coats.—
Jenisha Watts,
The Atlantic,
23 Mar. 2026
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Among passers-by, fur coats are in fashion.—
Ruth Sherlock,
NPR,
22 Mar. 2026
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“Hides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hides. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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