code word
Example Sentences
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Dillehay held herself out as an example of a woman who failed; she said she had dated men who were “flippant,” which appears to be her code word for fun.
From Salon ● Sep. 28, 2026
In the age of deepfakes, every family needs a code word, writes Julie Jargon.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 7, 2025
Likewise, if you are legitimately in trouble and need to call a loved one for help, say the code word so your relative knows it’s really you.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 1, 2025
North wants to remind parents and teachers that every generation has their secret code word.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2025
O’Brien’s remark must obviously have been intended as a signal, a code word.
From "1984" by George Orwell
