cryptic
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Scientists call this type of organism a cryptic species, meaning it looks very similar to related species despite having significant genetic differences.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 22, 2026
The band then posted a series of cryptic videos on their official social media channels appearing to tease gigs across the UK and Europe.
From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2026
"Because some of the communication from Fed Chair Warsh has been cryptic, and sometimes inconsistent."
From Barron's ● Aug. 27, 2026
These cryptic posts are meant to skirt secrecy rules, since officials’ names and résumés generally aren’t considered sensitive.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
She had grown up knowing all the bus stops and the side streets, understanding the cryptic codes of conductors and the body language of street hawkers.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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