1
as in to reveal
to make known (as information previously kept secret)
uncovered the location of the secret documents
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2
as in to expose
to reveal the true nature of
a magazine article that purports to uncover the inner operations of what many regard as a religious cult
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Recent Examples of uncover
In May, Montenegro Car Rentals conducted a study to uncover the sunniest places in all of Europe.
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Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2025
Stay Open To Unique Expressions Of Creativity Stay open to diverse expressions of creativity to uncover unexpected strengths.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
The sound is brilliantly accessible, uncovering impressive nuance and clarity in instrumental textures, while keeping things smooth and refined throughout frequencies.
—Ryan Waniata, Wired News, 9 July 2025
Every day we’re given a new theme and then tasked with uncovering all the words on the grid that fit that theme, including a spangram that spans two sides of the board.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
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Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2025
Stay Open To Unique Expressions Of Creativity Stay open to diverse expressions of creativity to uncover unexpected strengths.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
The sound is brilliantly accessible, uncovering impressive nuance and clarity in instrumental textures, while keeping things smooth and refined throughout frequencies.
—Ryan Waniata, Wired News, 9 July 2025
Every day we’re given a new theme and then tasked with uncovering all the words on the grid that fit that theme, including a spangram that spans two sides of the board.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncover
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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,
Miami Herald,
11 July 2025
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Julian McMahon's cause of death was revealed a few days after his death was announced.—
Janelle Ash , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
11 July 2025
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In today's digital world, one careless click can expose everything.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
11 July 2025
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Nearly 20 years ago, Hurricane Katrina exposed critical failures in our disaster response system.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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Leave behind New York’s stifling policies and discover a state where your ambition can soar.—
Mike Dunleavy,
New York Daily News,
14 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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During the Liberty buyback process, Tripadvisor disclosed receiving multiple acquisition offers, and another bid from a strategic buyer surfaced in early 2025 at $18 to $19 per share.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
12 July 2025
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Despite the risk, 14 states do not require that any information about flooding be disclosed to potential home buyers.—
Rebecca Hersher,
NPR,
12 July 2025
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The 21-year-old running back was arrested and charged with misdemeanor battery (domestic) in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., on Saturday, July 12, the Fort Lauderdale Police Department told PEOPLE.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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An attorney told the Herald/Times her client was detained by federal immigration agents after a routine-check in at an ICE field office.—
Ana Ceballos,
Miami Herald,
13 July 2025
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“Uncover.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncover. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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