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as in to conceal
to put into a hiding place
the thief had hidden the stolen jewelry under the floorboards
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as in to obscure
to keep secret or shut off from view
he tried to hide his criminal past she hid the cat's litter box behind a screen
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as in to lick
to strike repeatedly
the grizzled quartermaster threatened to hide any soldier caught stealing provisions
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as in to whip
to strike repeatedly with something long and thin or flexible
threatened to hide the boys with his cane if he ever found them on his property again
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as in pelt
the outer covering of an animal removed for its commercial value
seal hides are used by Eskimos to make footwear, boats, shelters, bags, and clothing
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as in leather
the hairless natural covering of an animal prepared for use
boots made of shiny alligator hide
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Recent Examples of hide
Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2025
President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s wheelchair was famously hidden from the public, though his ailment was not necessarily a secret, just considered uncouth to talk about.
—Haisten Willis, The Washington Examiner, 12 Apr. 2025
Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2025
With wolf hides covering tailored suits, flowers blooming from satin dresses, and cascading fur evoking storybook creatures.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
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Verb
There’s usually an activity of some sort—ranging from festively hued frosting hidden inside cupcakes to huge balloon displays and confetti canons filled with pink or blue—as well as food, beverages, and decorations.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2025
President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s wheelchair was famously hidden from the public, though his ailment was not necessarily a secret, just considered uncouth to talk about.
—Haisten Willis, The Washington Examiner, 12 Apr. 2025
Noun
He also is tasked with saving the hide of team President Jed Hoyer, who is entering the final year of his contract and needs to justify his existence after four October-free years.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2025
With wolf hides covering tailored suits, flowers blooming from satin dresses, and cascading fur evoking storybook creatures.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hide
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His supporters swiftly took to the streets in Bucharest, CNN’s affiliate Antena 3 reported, with some tearing up asphalt from the roads to pelt police who had amassed to guard the BEC building.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN,
10 Mar. 2025
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Clouded leopards are threatened by deforestation and poaching, as land is cleared for palm oil agriculture and they are hunted for their teeth, pelt and bones used in some traditional medicine, according to the Smithsonian.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2025
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Hanging on the wall behind him is a framed photograph of a younger Sam next to a motorcycle, in dark glasses and a leather jacket.—
Ashley Milne-Tyte,
NPR,
24 Apr. 2025
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The multiple colors and finishes (vegan leather, wood, Alcantara) make these phones stand out against a world of black, white, and gray devices.—
Iyaz Akhtar,
PC Magazine,
24 Apr. 2025
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The young woman wore a Dr. Zhivago fur hat, and laughed in a contagious way.—
Spencer Reece,
New Yorker,
21 Apr. 2025
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Simple, but elegant, the bright white and cream–color rooms are contrasted by dark walnut headboards and nightstands, while the faux fur throw strewn over the bed adds a hint of lavishness.—
Christina Liao,
Vogue,
19 Apr. 2025
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Dyeing eggs also dates back to the ancient Middle East when people used onion skins to color them, Kizenko said.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Veins branching along my skin like the waterways of my mother country.—
Lauren Vuong,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2025
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Papal rings were once used as seals for official documents.—
George Petras,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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What to know about Kevin Farrell Farrell puts a seals on the papal apartment of the Apostolic Palace in Vatican City on April 21, 2025.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
22 Apr. 2025
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According to one reviewer, its solid wood frame is comfortable and sturdy, and convenient for keeping coats, handbags, and other personal items.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Gently coat the mascara on your lashes and wait about 30 seconds before wearing a second coat.—
Celeste Polanco,
Essence,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Hide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hide. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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