code words
Example Sentences
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To coordinate events in real time, the team used code words and hand signals.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 26, 2026
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
