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anonymity

[an-uh-nim-i-tee] / ˌæn əˈnɪm ɪ ti /


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For the dairy worker, an undocumented immigrant from Mexico in his mid-50s who requested anonymity to speak about the incident, this felt like the final straw.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Andy Mills, Longview’s editor in chief, said the podcast initially offered anonymity to Moreno-Gama, but that “his own actions and online statements have since established a clear link between his pseudonym and his real identity.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Most spoke on condition of anonymity because they fear retribution, including those knowledgeable about the December 2020 Barr meeting.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

"The Lebanese are working around the clock to guarantee the security of the airport," the source said, requesting anonymity.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

The relative anonymity of these kids seemed to aggravate their plight and their despair.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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