under wraps

Example Sentences

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Cannes had kept the award under wraps until Travolta walked on stage for the premiere.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

The letter named some high-profile investors who had agreed to participate, something usually kept under wraps.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Elz, who keeps her full name under wraps, turned her online success into a career as a host.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Gould said he would repeat the decision to keep the incident under wraps if it were to arise again, while Key believes it will be the "making of" Brook as a captain.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

By the late 1930s, both Elizebeth and William were keeping their working lives under wraps, but they still led a lively social life.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield