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guise

[gahyz] / gaɪz /


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Under the guise of “streamlining” services, this number was reduced to 31.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

"We're striking that balance between making sure that any bad actors that...try to come into the country under the guise of the World Cup will not get access to the United States," he added.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The videos are often posted on social media under the guise of giving dating advice to other men online.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

“When I think about a song like ‘Take It,’ it’s more about loss and more in the guise of a relationship.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

She would be lonely and prey for people who sought to undermine her under the guise of being her friends.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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