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
Julian McMahon's cause of death was revealed a few days after his death was announced.
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Janelle Ash , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 11 July 2025
See the finds in Greece Off the coast of Greece, the Antikythera shipwreck continues to reveal its secrets, with recent excavations uncovering ancient sculptures and pottery.
—Miami Herald, 11 July 2025
And even before pulling away, first impressions of the GTO versus the 2+2 revealed an entirely new ballgame.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
The couple revealed that their first post-prison meals were from Pizza Hut and Zaxby's.
—Doc Louallen, ABC News, 29 June 2025
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Janelle Ash , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 11 July 2025
See the finds in Greece Off the coast of Greece, the Antikythera shipwreck continues to reveal its secrets, with recent excavations uncovering ancient sculptures and pottery.
—Miami Herald, 11 July 2025
And even before pulling away, first impressions of the GTO versus the 2+2 revealed an entirely new ballgame.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
The couple revealed that their first post-prison meals were from Pizza Hut and Zaxby's.
—Doc Louallen, ABC News, 29 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reveal
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The government’s refusal to disclose further information about the Epstein case has provoked an outcry from many of Trump’s supporters, with key right-wing figures like Megyn Kelly, Glenn Beck and Laura Loomer calling for Bondi to be fired or resign.—
Alison Durkee,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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Her cause of death has not been disclosed at this time An ultra-runner has died after collapsing during a mountain race in Colorado.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
12 July 2025
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That leadership will need to show itself in the coming months, before ballots are printed and voters start returning ballots by mail.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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Our data shows organizations that make these investments early do better than those lagging behind.—
Muqsit Ashraf,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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The observatory will also discover millions of new asteroids and comets, improving our understanding of the solar system and helping with planetary defense.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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Staying here feels like discovering an untouched paradise—one that forces you to slow down and listen.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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Sell By: This date, used for inventory management purposes, indicates how long the retailer should display the product for sale.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
7 July 2025
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In an experience that will certainly be beneficial heading into his first year as a Husky, the 7-foot big man continued to display his advanced footwork and an ability to score at all three levels during Germany’s 109-76 loss to Team USA in the gold medal game.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
6 July 2025
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In May, Montenegro Car Rentals conducted a study to uncover the sunniest places in all of Europe.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
11 July 2025
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Investigators could eventually seek criminal charges if evidence of fraud is uncovered, officials said.—
Azeen Ghorayshi,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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Given to the forward who demonstrates throughout the season the most skill in the defensive component of the game.—
The Athletic NHL Staff,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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These weren't amateur attempts at gaming the system — they were carefully crafted prompt injections that demonstrated deep understanding of how AI systems process text and respond to instructions.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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Nobody told them to take the president off the stage.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
13 July 2025
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We were told that hundreds of deals were in the making.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
13 July 2025
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When reality stars act in a way that is offensive or seemingly out of character, audiences feel betrayed.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
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Some have been corrupted by money and power, betraying each other as readily as the criminals do.—
Joan MacDonald,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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“Reveal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reveal. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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