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as in mysteries
something hard to understand or explain
the secrets of the Egyptian pyramids include the construction methods used to lift the huge blocks of stone in place
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as in keys
something that allows someone to achieve a desired goal
the secret to advancement in this company is hard work and dedication
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Recent Examples of secrets
In 2024, the National Institute of Standards and Technology published new codes that can keep secrets safe from both classical and quantum computers.
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Quanta Magazine, 3 Apr. 2026
However, everything changes with the arrival of a new neighbor (James Marsden), who threatens to expose Coop’s secrets.
—Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
As Taylor will soon discover, more so than money or status, secrets are this society's true currency.
—Danielle Parker, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
However, secrets and drama looming at the edges of the dinner table spill over into conversation accidentally, dividing the friend group and causing certain friendships and relationships to get a closer look under the microscope.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
As the clock counts down to Rachel and Nicky’s wedding, which is being micromanaged by Nicky’s sister Portia (Gus Birney), the Cunningham family reveals a few secrets of their own.
—Sam Reed, Glamour, 2 Apr. 2026
In her caption, Hurley shared the secrets she's learned to land the best bikini photo and what she's banned.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Below, Mara, Moss and Washington discuss not judging their characters’ questionable behavior, whether the women at the center of the series are actually friends and what the show has taught them about secrets.
—Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2026
Thirty-one years after winning Best Actor for Forrest Gump, Tom Hanks and the film’s cast are still revealing behind-the-scenes secrets — from a studio standoff over money to a prosthetic lip that nearly destroyed an actor’s career.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
Quanta Magazine, 3 Apr. 2026
However, everything changes with the arrival of a new neighbor (James Marsden), who threatens to expose Coop’s secrets.
—Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
As Taylor will soon discover, more so than money or status, secrets are this society's true currency.
—Danielle Parker, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
However, secrets and drama looming at the edges of the dinner table spill over into conversation accidentally, dividing the friend group and causing certain friendships and relationships to get a closer look under the microscope.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
As the clock counts down to Rachel and Nicky’s wedding, which is being micromanaged by Nicky’s sister Portia (Gus Birney), the Cunningham family reveals a few secrets of their own.
—Sam Reed, Glamour, 2 Apr. 2026
In her caption, Hurley shared the secrets she's learned to land the best bikini photo and what she's banned.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Below, Mara, Moss and Washington discuss not judging their characters’ questionable behavior, whether the women at the center of the series are actually friends and what the show has taught them about secrets.
—Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2026
Thirty-one years after winning Best Actor for Forrest Gump, Tom Hanks and the film’s cast are still revealing behind-the-scenes secrets — from a studio standoff over money to a prosthetic lip that nearly destroyed an actor’s career.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for secrets
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Some caution against directly linking evolving scientific theories to faith, while others argue that contemplating cosmic mysteries deepens both scientific and spiritual understanding.—
Deepa Bharath,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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But to defeat such a powerful villain, Prince Adam will first need to uncover the mysteries of his past and become He-Man, the most powerful man in the Universe.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
28 Mar. 2026
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Phelps demonstrated how to feed the paper manually, striking the keys with force but not so hard the letters would smudge.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Remove everything from your entryway — shoes, coats, bags, keys, mail, all of it.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
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Proceed to fund your account with a first-time deposit of at least $10 using one of the platform's secure payment gateways.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Counterpoint Research warned last month that the rising prices for DRAM and NAND flash are not only affecting smartphones, but also routers and gateways.—
Brian Westover,
PC Magazine,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Carnival tickets are at the event.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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Starting tomorrow, Southern California residents who won the locals-only pre-sale tickets lottery for the upcoming LA28 games will start receiving emails to purchase their seats at the Olympics.—
Laurie Perez,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Secrets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secrets. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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