code words

Example Sentences

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The Security: Fogelman recalls the twist-filled “This Is Us” as “frantic,” with code words and red script pages.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 12, 2025

Members of the mothers' group began sharing code words the soldiers should say so residents could trust it was really them.

From BBC • Oct. 13, 2023

Like them, he senses the vulnerabilities of others as prey, using code words and ideas to lure them into believing him to be safe and on their side.

From Salon • Jun. 30, 2023

Activists in the networks use code words, aliases, encrypted messages, burner phones.

From Seattle Times • May 20, 2023

“I think we should avoid asking questions like that. Just in case we accidentally hit on any code words that might require her to kick us out. Or call security.”

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix