obscure
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Conservative and liberal judges alike questioned the arguments of Solicitor Gen. John Sauer, who represented the administration, saying he relied on “some pretty obscure sources,” including precedents that dated back to Roman law.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026
He questioned Sauer’s reliance on “Roman law sources” and other obscure citations while pointing out that more relevant, authoritative sources cut against his argument.
From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026
Like the challenge to the tariffs themselves, the refunds fight has been led by relatively obscure brands.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
An obscure government data series that tracks the amount of leverage employed by different categories of hedge funds — including trendy “multi-strat” funds known as “pod shops” — may offer more insight.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026
“Nothing,” she says, pulling the cuff of her sleeve down to obscure his view of the bracelet, a carefully woven braid of her hair entwined with his.
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
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