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disguise

[dis-gahyz, dih-skahyz] / dɪsˈgaɪz, dɪˈskaɪz /




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It’s a disguise “Obsession” wears so well that it’s fooling people into thinking this perfectly adequate film marks the arrival of a new horror classic.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

According to Reveles, Simmon would often disguise himself whenever he ventured outside the home, wearing elaborate costumes ranging from clown outfits to women’s clothing in an effort to avoid public attention.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Payments were made via PayPal or into the defendant's bank account, and he encouraged customers to disguise the nature of the transfers by referencing them as being for classic or retro football kits.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

In addition to helping disguise the oil’s origin, the transfer often moves the crude from a sanctioned ship to an unsanctioned one, lowering risks for the Chinese port that receives it.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

The gray glow of morning did nothing to disguise the scars on the woman’s face, but they could see the gentle look in her eyes.

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




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