as in stashing
the placing of something out of sight
fearing that the enemy would soon be upon them, the museum director oversaw the hiding of the most valuable works of art
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as in concealing
to put into a hiding place
the thief had hidden the stolen jewelry under the floorboards
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as in obscuring
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 lurking
to remain out of sight
he hid in the closet while his roommate lied to the probation officer
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as in licking
to strike repeatedly
the grizzled quartermaster threatened to hide any soldier caught stealing provisions
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as in whipping
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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Recent Examples of hiding
Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
After Sidney went into hiding and started a quiet life with her husband Mark (Joel McHale) and kids, her peace is disrupted when yet another killer donning the Ghostface mask arrives.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 1 Mar. 2026
Levy’s boyfriend claimed that a few days before that Chanco was hiding in the closet, which was one of this normal hiding spots, but appeared lethargic but seemed fine a hour later.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2026
What other murders is ICE hiding?
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2026
Sporting a sophisticated color-block border and a discreet front placket that’s hiding buttonholes, the estate curtain conveys sophistication through its simple yet thoughtful design.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 27 Feb. 2026
Marcin Romanowski, the former deputy justice minister in the right-wing Polish government, is in hiding in Hungary, accused of misusing public funds.
—Adam Serwer, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2026
As the shooting unfolded, texts came into Salzman’s phone from classmates sharing their hiding locations.
—Romy Ellenbogen, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
My mother survived the war in hiding in Slovakia, while the Nazis murdered most of her family.
—Cary Lowe, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
Laura Fenton, Parents, 5 Mar. 2026
From the dealmakers in the Polo Lounge to the celebs hiding away in the spacious bungalows, all manner of tastemakers and wannabes have stopped by the Pink Palace at some time or another.
—Tim Chester, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2026
If there are far more species hiding in plain sight than anyone counted, the scale of potential loss grows with them.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 5 Mar. 2026
And one particularly unhealthy influence has been quietly hiding a large amount of global warming – until now.
—Michael Wysession, The Conversation, 5 Mar. 2026
Body camera footage from the two officers shows the moment the gunman was shot and collapsed to the floor, as well as people hiding from the shooter outside the bar.
—Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 5 Mar. 2026
If far more species are hiding in plain sight than anyone counted, the scale of potential loss grows with them.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 5 Mar. 2026
However, the best part of this entire charade was not Devens hiding a fake idol at Tribal Council.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Mar. 2026
When police arrested him, Raybon said the rifle was fake but admitted to hiding a real handgun under a car two days later while Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives agents were surveilling him, according to court records.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
Noun
Tackle the Door Seal and Black Spots The rubber gasket around the door is a favorite hiding spot for mildew.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
After Sidney went into hiding and started a quiet life with her husband Mark (Joel McHale) and kids, her peace is disrupted when yet another killer donning the Ghostface mask arrives.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 1 Mar. 2026
Levy’s boyfriend claimed that a few days before that Chanco was hiding in the closet, which was one of this normal hiding spots, but appeared lethargic but seemed fine a hour later.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2026
What other murders is ICE hiding?
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2026
Sporting a sophisticated color-block border and a discreet front placket that’s hiding buttonholes, the estate curtain conveys sophistication through its simple yet thoughtful design.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 27 Feb. 2026
Marcin Romanowski, the former deputy justice minister in the right-wing Polish government, is in hiding in Hungary, accused of misusing public funds.
—Adam Serwer, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2026
As the shooting unfolded, texts came into Salzman’s phone from classmates sharing their hiding locations.
—Romy Ellenbogen, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
My mother survived the war in hiding in Slovakia, while the Nazis murdered most of her family.
—Cary Lowe, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
Verb
Perhaps the Easter bunny got a little hungry after hiding all those eggs.
—Laura Fenton, Parents, 5 Mar. 2026
From the dealmakers in the Polo Lounge to the celebs hiding away in the spacious bungalows, all manner of tastemakers and wannabes have stopped by the Pink Palace at some time or another.
—Tim Chester, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2026
If there are far more species hiding in plain sight than anyone counted, the scale of potential loss grows with them.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 5 Mar. 2026
And one particularly unhealthy influence has been quietly hiding a large amount of global warming – until now.
—Michael Wysession, The Conversation, 5 Mar. 2026
Body camera footage from the two officers shows the moment the gunman was shot and collapsed to the floor, as well as people hiding from the shooter outside the bar.
—Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 5 Mar. 2026
If far more species are hiding in plain sight than anyone counted, the scale of potential loss grows with them.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 5 Mar. 2026
However, the best part of this entire charade was not Devens hiding a fake idol at Tribal Council.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Mar. 2026
When police arrested him, Raybon said the rifle was fake but admitted to hiding a real handgun under a car two days later while Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives agents were surveilling him, according to court records.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hiding
stashing
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The Rams have 10 picks in this year’s draft, and that’s too many for any team, but especially one that has been drafting and stashing players after the first round for a few years.—
Nate Atkins,
New York Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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Grab this under-$44 rolling cart made for stashing and organizing pantry goods, produce, and more.—
Paige Bennett,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Hiding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hiding. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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