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as in disguising
to change the dress or looks of so as to conceal true identity
the federal agents masked their surveillance vehicle so that it looked like an ordinary moving van
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as in concealing
to keep secret or shut off from view
masked his real motives for wanting to see the house that was for sale
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Recent Examples of masking
Demand for the likes of Wegovy and Zepbound has driven research and development returns to their highest level in years, but a report published by Deloitte on Monday suggests this is masking pressure facing the rest of the sector.
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Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 4 May 2026
In this telling, surface-level indicators are masking what is, in fact, the peak of a speculative frenzy.
—Rogé Karma, The Atlantic, 1 May 2026
Hathaway’s White Queen floats with sweet highs and dark lows, her heavenly air masking a morbid psychosis.
—Chris Feil, Vulture, 1 May 2026
Smoothies Smoothies are another way to get a turmeric dose while masking its strong taste, if desired.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 30 Apr. 2026
Focus on removing odors at their source rather than masking them.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
Vinegar can deter ants by masking their scent trails, but won’t eliminate infestations.
—Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 25 Apr. 2026
At the same time, however, misinformation demonized everything from vaccine science to the actual impact of masking to public health workers.
—Penelope Gatlin, STAT, 20 Apr. 2026
The new approach could change that, targeting the disease process directly instead of masking its effects.
—Ted Scouten, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 4 May 2026
In this telling, surface-level indicators are masking what is, in fact, the peak of a speculative frenzy.
—Rogé Karma, The Atlantic, 1 May 2026
Hathaway’s White Queen floats with sweet highs and dark lows, her heavenly air masking a morbid psychosis.
—Chris Feil, Vulture, 1 May 2026
Smoothies Smoothies are another way to get a turmeric dose while masking its strong taste, if desired.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 30 Apr. 2026
Focus on removing odors at their source rather than masking them.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
Vinegar can deter ants by masking their scent trails, but won’t eliminate infestations.
—Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 25 Apr. 2026
At the same time, however, misinformation demonized everything from vaccine science to the actual impact of masking to public health workers.
—Penelope Gatlin, STAT, 20 Apr. 2026
The new approach could change that, targeting the disease process directly instead of masking its effects.
—Ted Scouten, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for masking
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Gerodemos and the other individual are also accused of disguising payments related to gambling as legitimate business expenses.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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Nathaniel Jaymoni Urbeaz, 22, of Dedham, Massachusetts was charged with conspiracy, disguising to obstruct justice, disorderly conduct and interfering with a police officer.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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For those of us who aren’t able to tuck our bins into a garage, concealing them with a trellis, privacy hedge, or another creative fix can help maintain your curb appeal while also ensuring access doesn’t become a problem.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2026
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The main level opens through a 10-foot custom entry door to a foyer with Pierre Frey fabric wall upholstery and dual hidden doors concealing a powder room and a walk-in coat closet.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Apr. 2026
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Don't Overlook the Finish For a novice home painter, going with a flat finish will afford the most forgiveness, camouflaging imperfections rather than drawing the eye to them.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Apr. 2026
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There is even a small cabinet positioned right above the washing machine, which keeps laundry detergent accessible while camouflaging the plastic bottle.—
Lindsey Mather,
Architectural Digest,
7 Apr. 2026
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Ror all its strengths, Muskism’s account of the rise and influence of its protagonist is one squarely focused on ideology, obscuring the broader political and economic forces working behind the scenes.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Apr. 2026
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Records provided to The Star about the Alpha Tau Omega case were heavily redacted, obscuring the specific allegations against fraternity members.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
23 Apr. 2026
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Talley was found hiding under a porch and arrested for the second time that day.—
Michael Tobin,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
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One of the United States’ largest fisheries is hiding in plain sight.—
Matthew Robertson,
The Conversation,
6 May 2026
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Jay Blackman Jay Blackman is an NBC News producer covering such areas as transportation, space, medical and consumer issues.—
Jay Blackman,
NBC news,
4 May 2026
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Samantha Ketterer is a Houston Chronicle reporter covering higher education.—
Samantha Ketterer,
Houston Chronicle,
3 May 2026
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Countries like the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Belarus, Bahrain, and Pakistan round out the top five, with all of them largely suppressing tools like VPNs and secure messaging apps that could allow people to coordinate without being surveilled by national authorities.—
Alan Henry,
PC Magazine,
8 May 2026
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Contraceptive pills, hormonal IUDs, birth-control implants, and Plan B all work by suppressing ovulation.—
Andréa Becker,
The Atlantic,
3 May 2026
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“Masking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/masking. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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