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clandestine

[klan-des-tin] / klænˈdɛs tɪn /


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But the physical barrier won't be enough to curb clandestine activities, Scott said.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The EFL's commission said it was "deplorable" of the club to have used junior staff members to "conduct the clandestine observations".

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

The regime has managed to sell billions of dollars in crude to China using a clandestine network of aging tankers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

He’s even heard rumors, from supporters of his work, that some restaurants in Rio serve capybara meat to certain customers as a clandestine menu item.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

In Vietnam, the ambassador called a meeting to discuss a clandestine coup.

From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge




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