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as in veil
something that covers or conceals like a piece of cloth
the cloak of mystery that surrounds the royal family
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as in cape
a sleeveless garment worn so as to hang over the shoulders, arms, and back
threw a cloak around his shoulders
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as in to disguise
to change the dress or looks of so as to conceal true identity
the outlaw nation had cloaked its chemical weapons plant as a fertilizer factory
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as in to conceal
to keep secret or shut off from view
cloaked their military maneuvers from the outside world
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Recent Examples of cloak
Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
The cloak and the other grave goods suggest that the Caral culture developed both advanced fishing technology and artistic techniques.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 29 Apr. 2025
Jen Wang, Vogue, 27 May 2025
That’s a policy shortcut cloaked in political pride.
—Angelette C. Aviles, Baltimore Sun, 24 May 2025
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Noun
For instance, forget the Vader helmet, that set is the first one to give Titans a cloak, which will be cool by itself.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
The cloak and the other grave goods suggest that the Caral culture developed both advanced fishing technology and artistic techniques.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 29 Apr. 2025
Verb
Tucked away in the corner of the Chateau Marmont garden on a sunny Friday afternoon, Eva Victor, cloaked in black, is telling me about stumbling, unwittingly, into comedy.
—Jen Wang, Vogue, 27 May 2025
That’s a policy shortcut cloaked in political pride.
—Angelette C. Aviles, Baltimore Sun, 24 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cloak
Noun
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The film further lifts the veil on the artist’s influence, as a variable smorgasbord of talent converges throughout to deconstruct the impact of his life, art, his curious process and disposition.—
Holly Jones,
Variety,
9 June 2025
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This mistake of not tackling law, tax and financial decisions in a unified manner results in the corporate veil being pierced, personal assets being liquidated, and even bankruptcies and liquidations.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
Noun
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The star completed her look with a black leather jacket and strappy black heels. 12 of 15 Lucy Liu In N.Y.C., Lucy Liu attended the Rosemead premiere during the 2025 Tribeca Festival in a black ballgown with white floral embellishments and a matching sheer cape.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
11 June 2025
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No Superman cape for Tyrese Haliburton to put on like in Game 1.—
Joe Vardon,
New York Times,
9 June 2025
Verb
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Across the dial, opinions differed, but the tone was the same: vitriol disguised as debate.—
Sabrina L. Schaeffer,
National Review,
7 June 2025
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Pham and an associate disguised the funds’ source by writing checks to a Westminster air conditioning company that then issued checks to Pham, his associate and one of Do’s daughters.—
Michael Slaten,
Oc Register,
6 June 2025
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Millions of low-cost devices for media streaming, in-vehicle entertainment, and video projection are infected with malware that turns consumer networks into platforms for distributing malware, concealing nefarious communications, and performing other illicit activities, the FBI has warned.—
Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
6 June 2025
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On December 27, 1908, Boy Staunton (a literal boy, double-underlining Davies’s interest in archetypes) throws a snowball with a stone concealed in it at his friend Duncan.—
Casey Cep,
New Yorker,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Cobwebs surround a mower's engine shroud in the back of the garage.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
25 May 2025
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Publicly vilified for freezing during the massacre, Gerald, an ex-school resource officer, lives under a shroud of shame, questioning his will to survive.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
22 May 2025
Noun
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The footage also appeared to show recent battle scars, including sucker marks on the squid’s mantle and scratches on its arms.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
11 June 2025
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Lulu and Georgia Portofino Outdoor Umbrella Specs Lulu and Georgia sells other brands under its mantle like Business & Pleasure Co., but the retailer has a few of their own noteworthy styles too.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
6 June 2025
Verb
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According to one narrative, women masked their faces when the Portuguese, and later the British, occupied the island, to try to prevent harassment—or worse.—
Robin Wright,
New Yorker,
7 June 2025
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Behind the scenes, though, many are masking executive dysfunction, working long hours to compensate for distractibility and feeling constant internal overwhelm.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Verb
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The idea is simple: guests hide small rubber ducks around the ship for others to find.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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You could be owed part of $95 million settlement May 8, 2025 4:54 PM Read Next National Fashion Nova owes customers $2.4 million after hiding negative reviews, feds say January 30, 2025 5:37 PM Read Next National Robitussin sued over non-drowsy claims.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
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“Cloak.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloak. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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