as in disclosure
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as in revealing
to make known (as information previously kept secret)
uncovered the location of the secret documents
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as in exposing
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 uncovering
Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 22 Nov. 2025
That means the Oversight probe, even as it is decried by Democrats for being insufficient, is perhaps the best shot Congress has of uncovering — and revealing — new information in the Epstein matter.
—Emily Brooks, The Hill, 8 Sep. 2025
Why isn’t The New York Times covering — or, more to the point, uncovering — the Jeffrey Epstein story?
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 29 Aug. 2025
There’s an uncovering of layers.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2025
As a highly advanced civilization, this recent uncovering made possible by LiDAR technology will only enhance and deepen archaeologists’ understanding of this Peruvian society and its legacy.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 10 Aug. 2025
Brandon Rottinghaus, Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2026
The researchers are hopeful that uncovering the processes preceding Alzheimer’s disease could one day lead to new therapies.
—Isabella Backman, Hartford Courant, 6 Jan. 2026
Yet, the Broncos tied a franchise record for wins this season by understanding their limitations, uncovering pathways to victory and executing at a high level in the most important moments of games.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
Local journalism, formerly the institution most responsible for uncovering wrongdoing, has been gutted.
—Brandon Rottinghaus, The Conversation, 5 Jan. 2026
When soccer team captain Ella disappears from the playing field and leaves school altogether, her teammates Sadie and Pug decide to find out what happened to her, uncovering plenty of secrets along the way.
—Caroline Carlson, Literary Hub, 2 Jan. 2026
Three detectives are uncovering the mystery of copyright law.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 1 Jan. 2026
Torres Maczassek and her brother, Miguel, are considered leaders in climate-change response, including uncovering and re-propagating nearly extinct grape varieties that may fare better in extreme heat and drought.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 27 Dec. 2025
The story follows an all-new custom character — an Earth Directorate agent — tasked with uncovering what's causing destructive rifts that are spreading across the galaxy.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 26 Dec. 2025
Noun
That chance discovery triggered an excavation that led to the uncovering of the largest homicide case in APD’s history.
—Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 22 Nov. 2025
That means the Oversight probe, even as it is decried by Democrats for being insufficient, is perhaps the best shot Congress has of uncovering — and revealing — new information in the Epstein matter.
—Emily Brooks, The Hill, 8 Sep. 2025
Why isn’t The New York Times covering — or, more to the point, uncovering — the Jeffrey Epstein story?
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 29 Aug. 2025
There’s an uncovering of layers.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2025
As a highly advanced civilization, this recent uncovering made possible by LiDAR technology will only enhance and deepen archaeologists’ understanding of this Peruvian society and its legacy.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 10 Aug. 2025
Verb
Local journalism, formerly the institution most responsible for uncovering wrongdoing, has been gutted.
—Brandon Rottinghaus, Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2026
The researchers are hopeful that uncovering the processes preceding Alzheimer’s disease could one day lead to new therapies.
—Isabella Backman, Hartford Courant, 6 Jan. 2026
Yet, the Broncos tied a franchise record for wins this season by understanding their limitations, uncovering pathways to victory and executing at a high level in the most important moments of games.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
Local journalism, formerly the institution most responsible for uncovering wrongdoing, has been gutted.
—Brandon Rottinghaus, The Conversation, 5 Jan. 2026
When soccer team captain Ella disappears from the playing field and leaves school altogether, her teammates Sadie and Pug decide to find out what happened to her, uncovering plenty of secrets along the way.
—Caroline Carlson, Literary Hub, 2 Jan. 2026
Three detectives are uncovering the mystery of copyright law.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 1 Jan. 2026
Torres Maczassek and her brother, Miguel, are considered leaders in climate-change response, including uncovering and re-propagating nearly extinct grape varieties that may fare better in extreme heat and drought.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 27 Dec. 2025
The story follows an all-new custom character — an Earth Directorate agent — tasked with uncovering what's causing destructive rifts that are spreading across the galaxy.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 26 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncovering
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The project has been mired in uncertainty since 2024, after disclosures that nearly $6 million in donor funds had been spent on day-to-day operations rather than capital projects.—
Devyani Chhetri,
Dallas Morning News,
14 Jan. 2026
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The New York Times was first to report on the donation, citing a public disclosure.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
14 Jan. 2026
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At my feet, the pale folds of cloth gradually came apart, revealing two half-open eyes, surrounded by curly hair, which, tossed by the turbulence, looked strangely alive.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Jan. 2026
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Videos making their way past Iran’s internet blackout circulated over the weekend, revealing harrowing scenes from earlier in the week.—
Hira Humayun,
CNN Money,
12 Jan. 2026
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Consume vitamin C-rich foods in a timely manner, as storing them for a long time or exposing them to light can diminish their vitamin C content.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
13 Jan. 2026
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Relationships are her mirrors, exposing both her desire for balance and her struggle to maintain it.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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The revelation suggested the committee was no longer functioning as an independent source of guidance but doing Kennedy’s bidding.—
Grayson Logue,
Washington Post,
9 Jan. 2026
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The administration has zeroed in on Minnesota following revelations of large-scale fraud involving social service programs in the Minneapolis area.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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Though the first installment, based on books by Stephenie Meyer, was released in 2008, the franchise found new fans in younger TikTok users who were just discovering it for the first time.—
Natalie Bennett,
NBC news,
10 Jan. 2026
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Sacramento County health inspectors closed a local Asian restaurant, indoor soccer business and a market after discovering live German cockroaches, operating without a valid health permit and other food safety violations.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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The new unveiling marks Zendaya’s 10th Madame Tussauds figure overall, highlighting the breadth of her career and public influence.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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The announcement was followed by the unveiling of a roster, though two spots on the five-man team were notably left blank.—
Liam Rappleye,
Freep.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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The judges lifted protective orders that had for years barred prosecutors and defense lawyers from disclosing evidence and ordered the government to protect victims’ privacy at all costs.—
Molly Crane-Newman,
New York Daily News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Lamont said Google is not disclosing how many employees will be moving into the Sail Tower or details of its timeline for employee relocations.—
Travis Webb,
Austin American Statesman,
8 Jan. 2026
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Keep leaves dust-free and windows clean to increase light exposure.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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Low, consistent exposure to fluoride is widely credited for dramatic declines in decaying teeth.—
Anna Clark,
ProPublica,
14 Jan. 2026
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“Uncovering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncovering. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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