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clandestine

[klan-des-tin] / klænˈdɛs tɪn /


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The first trial over his death was annulled last year following revelations that one of the judges took part in a clandestine documentary about the case.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

Others point out the long — but clandestine — history of the CIA in Mexico, dating back to the Cold War.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Even with all the clandestine turmoil, NewsNation’s “unbiased” marketing still appeared to work in public.

From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026

Iran manages a complex, clandestine shadow-banking network globally that is facilitated by China, U.S. officials allege.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

I still had a number of clandestine meetings in the city and townships that evening.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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