as in exposed
lacking a usual or natural covering
the famed snows of Mount Kilimanjaro are receding, leaving behind much uncovered ground
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as in revealed
to make known (as information previously kept secret)
uncovered the location of the secret documents
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as in unmasked
to reveal the true nature of
a magazine article that purports to uncover the inner operations of what many regard as a religious cult
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Recent Examples of uncovered
Sarah Volpenhein, jsonline.com, 6 Mar. 2026
The restaurant was in violation of 10 standards, including containers of uncovered food and dishes stacked wet.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2026
Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
Archaeologists recently uncovered traces of a rare purple dye associated with biblical-era luxury in an unexpected place.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026
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Adjective
In other cases, the complaint alleges, Kinex would bundle an uncovered medical device commonly prescribed after surgery with a device that was not needed for recovery but was covered by insurance, the complaint says.
—Sarah Volpenhein, jsonline.com, 6 Mar. 2026
The restaurant was in violation of 10 standards, including containers of uncovered food and dishes stacked wet.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2026
Verb
While each Grand Slam venue now has at least one stadium with a retractable roof, much of the grounds are uncovered.
—Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
Archaeologists recently uncovered traces of a rare purple dye associated with biblical-era luxury in an unexpected place.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncovered
Adjective
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The outer layers of the star will eventually cool and disperse, leaving a nebula of ex-stellar material surrounding the sun's core, which will then become an exposed cooling stellar remnant called a white dwarf.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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The objective is to reduce exposed equity within the entity in a lawful and structured manner.—
Ascend Agency,
New York Daily News,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In July 2025, Hurley revealed another one of her tricks for taking the best bikini photos, emphasizing that lighting was key.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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The Hollywood Reporter exclusively revealed that Reid’s novel Malibu Rising is being developed as a TV series for Hulu, with Taylor adapting and executive producing alongside Circle of Confusion.—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Weeds love to invade bare spots.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
31 May 2026
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First, apply the primer and strengthener onto clean, bare nails to prepare for your manicure.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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The tunnel was discovered through intelligence work conducted by agents with the FGR's Criminal Investigation Agency in coordination with Mexico's Security Cabinet.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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Muntadas, Miller, and Lord discovered the contest during its first month.—
Jonathan Odden,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Purchase pre-peeled garlic cloves in bulk or peel the garlic cloves yourself using the flat side of a large knife to mash them slightly and then peel off the skins.—
Jenavieve Christensen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Feb. 2026
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Use pre-peeled carrots or bagged baby carrots to save prep time.—
Renu Dhar,
Southern Living,
24 Nov. 2025
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Massive budget push The Space Force has not disclosed how many satellites SpaceX will build under the agreement.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
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Federal agents and law enforcement officers responded to the airport, but officials have not disclosed the passenger’s identity, whether any charges have been filed or what specific actions led to the detention.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
Adjective
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City Manager Mark Dunning said the budgets City Council members voted to advance Tuesday night, which would go into effect July 1, would not cut current city employees but would maintain a hiring freeze the city implemented last month on around 30 open positions across a range of departments.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2026
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The talented team elevates star ingredients like sunchoke, lion’s mane mushrooms, or wagyu beef in an open kitchen overseen by executive Chef Brandon Cunningham.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
Verb
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How to stop constantly looking forward at an uncertain tomorrow, at least momentarily, and go back in time precisely when we’re told that history is over?—
Jonathan Odden,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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But, truth be told, none get high marks across the board.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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“Uncovered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncovered. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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