veiling

Example Sentences

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The fabled front was always understood to be window dressing veiling frustrations, squelched desires, and other malignancies.

From Salon • Nov. 21, 2023

She styled the tailored look with a headpiece featuring a crinoline base with a layer of tulle and merry widow veiling, adorned with a ribbon bow.

From Washington Times • May 6, 2023

A century or more ago, strict veiling was largely limited to Iran’s upper classes.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 27, 2022

Emily maintains a steady exterior calm veiling her interior panic.

From New York Times • Aug. 18, 2022

She lifted the cover from the pot of rice, and steam rose like a thick smoke, veiling her face.

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin