anonymity
Example Sentences
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Multiple department sources, who requested anonymity to discuss the private meeting and speak candidly about their boss, said McDonnell’s answer drew confused looks.
From Los Angeles Times
"It is on the shelf, not in the bin," said one EU diplomat, speaking like others on condition of anonymity.
From Barron's
Talks "could get pretty heated", a European diplomat said, speaking on condition of anonymity.
From Barron's
The worker spoke on the condition of anonymity because the person was not authorized to comment.
From Los Angeles Times
Many were granted anonymity due to fears of reprisal.
From Salon
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