guise

Example Sentences

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“All My Sons,” Miller’s breakthrough play about capitalism’s warped ethics in the guise of a domestic drama, just finished a successful run at Antaeus Theatre Company in Glendale.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The backlash caused Ring to cancel a deal with tech surveillance company Flock Safety, which sells its tools to police and governments under the guise of stopping crime.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2026

Slater told no one of his plan, and traveled in the guise of a farmer.

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

“Company,” a reggae tune with a guest appearance from Jamaican dancehall vocalist Buju Banton, gives Ms. Lennox an opportunity to try on a sing-song melodic guise and it suits her.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

It’s the only time I get homesick, when America lands on my doorstep in a missionary guise.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver