1
as in to disclose
to make known (as information previously kept secret)
at the end of the book, the detective reveals the identity of the mysterious stranger
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2
as in to show
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
a habitual smirk that reveals his contempt for other people
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Recent Examples of reveal
The state closed the bridge for repairs about a year after a 2017 inspection revealed that cracking.
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Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 14 Feb. 2026
Reports of raids on homes and workplaces have come from major cities and rural towns alike, revealing a dragnet that has touched large swaths of Iranian society.
—CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
On Thursday, authorities revealed a series of images of men in the dark with backpacks near cars and homes.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2026
Their proof-of-concept study reveals a new way to turn ordinary carbon fibers into miniature actuators.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 14 Feb. 2026
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Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 14 Feb. 2026
Reports of raids on homes and workplaces have come from major cities and rural towns alike, revealing a dragnet that has touched large swaths of Iranian society.
—CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
On Thursday, authorities revealed a series of images of men in the dark with backpacks near cars and homes.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2026
Their proof-of-concept study reveals a new way to turn ordinary carbon fibers into miniature actuators.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 14 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reveal
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Callella has been arrested on suspicion of transmitting a demand for ransom in interstate commerce, and without disclosing his identity, utilizing a telecommunications device with the intent to abuse, threaten or harass a person.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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There are also chatty, jokey messages pointing to a much closer relationship with Epstein than Mandelson had disclosed.—
JILL LAWLESS THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
5 Feb. 2026
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Already, one in six families are in arrears, Wolfe said, noting the association’s preliminary review shows that household utility debt climbed to roughly $25 billion at the end of last year, up from about $23 billion the prior year.—
Tami Luhby,
CNN Money,
12 Feb. 2026
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The results showed that while standard chemical leaching struggled without gravity to move fluids, the microbes didn’t blink.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Feb. 2026
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These special beings unite to try and discover their true evolutionary purpose while being watched and hunted by a dark group called the Whispers.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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In the beauty world, finding out someone’s lip combo is like discovering their astrological big three.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
14 Feb. 2026
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The No Vigilantes Act required any law enforcement officer operating in California to visibly display identification, including the name of their agency and their name or badge number, except in undercover and other specific scenarios.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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For several months, a mysterious sign displayed in the windows of vacant storefront in Shorewood has intrigued passersby along Capitol Drive.—
Claudia Levens,
jsonline.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Six names uncovered The two lawmakers that spearheaded The Epstein Files Transparency Act, the law that forced the public release of the documents related to the investigation and death of Epstein, are still arguing that the Department of Justice isn't abiding by the law.—
Saige Miller,
NPR,
14 Feb. 2026
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Keeping it uncovered helps achieve a nice exterior.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2026
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Set the tone through personal conduct, demonstrating patience, respect, and restraint.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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Laid-off reporter Barry Svrluga broke an exclusive about Olympic skier Mikaela Shiffrin’s mother’s cancer diagnosis, demonstrating the value of experienced sports journalism.—
Andrew Dampf,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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But one person familiar with the decisions told Semafor that at least one executive from a company described by the survey had reached out to multiple outlets asking for the pieces to be taken down, arguing that the survey data was faulty and biased.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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Both countries will be having their second round of talks on Tuesday in Geneva, Tehran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi told the BBC, adding that the Iran is ready to discuss restricting its nuclear program for lighter sanctions and economic benefits for both sides.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
16 Feb. 2026
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But when Canada fell behind 4-0 late in the second period, all Poulin could do was watch tonight, betraying no emotion and with her chin in her hand when shown on a videoboard.—
Sean Nevin,
NBC news,
10 Feb. 2026
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Then, the emails in the latest Epstein files dropped, leaving his closest associates feeling betrayed.—
Charisma Madarang,
Rolling Stone,
9 Feb. 2026
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