as in disguising
to change the dress or looks of so as to conceal true identity
camouflaged the military camp as a native village
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Recent Examples of camouflaging
Defense camouflaging more blemishes than Revlon.
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Joe Nguyen, Denver Post, 7 Sep. 2025
For older water stains or for camouflaging other stains, Mock advises following a process that aims to blend the stain with the surrounding area, as lifting the stain entirely isn’t possible without discoloring the leather.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 13 Aug. 2025
Joe Nguyen, Denver Post, 7 Sep. 2025
For older water stains or for camouflaging other stains, Mock advises following a process that aims to blend the stain with the surrounding area, as lifting the stain entirely isn’t possible without discoloring the leather.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 13 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for camouflaging
Verb
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Both partners commit to naming insecurities directly rather than disguising them as tests.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Applying coconut or walnut oil can go a long way towards disguising white scratches.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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If America is the greatest country on earth, Canadians ask online, why are Americans concealing their nationality and hiding behind another flag?—
Vivian Song,
CNN Money,
18 Sep. 2025
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Smith is charged with felony murder, aggravated assault, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, concealing the death of another and tampering with evidence.—
Jenna Sundel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The film has Lorraine Warren, using her psychic visions, uncovering that the spirits in the house are masking the demonic presence — one that’s tied to the mirror at the beginning of the film that is also seen in the series’ first film.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Sep. 2025
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But adding savory-tasting dyes to treats like cakes or candies often requires masking their flavors with sweeteners or other new ingredients.—
Alina Selyukh,
NPR,
8 Sep. 2025
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Buxton had been hiding in the 12-year-old’s room for 10 days before the family found him, officers told FOX 13.—
Paloma Chavez,
Sacbee.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Shapovalov, who had been carrying the ring around for six months, had Björklund’s family hiding in the bushes nearby.—
Rachel McRady,
PEOPLE,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Camouflaging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/camouflaging. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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