code word
Example Sentences
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Dillehay held herself out as an example of a woman who failed; she said she had dated men who were “flippant,” which appears to be her code word for fun.
From Salon ● Sep. 28, 2026
Only share the code word with close and trusted family members, and do it in person or over the phone.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 1, 2025
Here are some tips on how to create and manage a family code word:
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 1, 2025
North wants to remind parents and teachers that every generation has their secret code word.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2025
“That’ll be like a code word to remind yourself to simmer down. Mama taught my little brother Cotton to say ‘rutabaga’ every time he gets the urge to draw on the wall.”
From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor
