unmasked

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A leading people smuggler, whose network is believed to be responsible for the majority of illegal cross-Channel journeys in recent years, has been unmasked by a BBC investigation.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Once Egg is unmasked, we come to understand why he’s so drawn to this enormous man whose gentle spirit permeates Claffey’s faultless performance.

From Salon • Feb. 23, 2026

Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers and other federal agents unmasked.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

The resulting images of the unmasked agent went viral, but identified the wrong individuals.

From Slate • Jan. 28, 2026

I had been unmasked only that morning by Jay Cee herself, and I felt now that all the uncomfortable suspicions I had about myself were coming true, and I couldn't hide the truth much longer.

From "The Bell Jar" by Sylvia Plath