masking
Example Sentences
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A surprising surge in the trade deficit is expected to subtract an unusually large 1.0 to 1.5 percentage points from GDP, masking the strength of the underlying economy.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026
In workplaces, many describe "masking," a term which means trying to hide their traits in order to fit in - something which can put a huge strain on the person's wellbeing.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
Together, “Couture” and Jolie confront the true realities of age that have nothing to do with masking and everything to do with being as open and candid as possible.
From Salon ● Jun. 29, 2026
In some cases, bureaucrats resorted to ostentatious gestures and outright fraud, feigning adherence to unrealistic targets and masking underperformance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 28, 2026
Clay and Tabitha both have the same kind of reactions, but are more successful at masking them.
From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy
