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lurking

ADJECTIVE
hiding out
Synonyms


Example Sentences

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Private-credit fears have spread from shares of alternative asset managers to big banks that lent money to them, as investors fret about risks lurking in direct lenders’ loan books.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 14, 2026

Many attempted to dodge the question, pivoting to terrorism or border security, but her tenacity revealed exactly what most of them actually believe: that there is a “but” lurking around the corner of every statement.

From Salon • Mar. 12, 2026

Highlighted are Chelsea's five zonal defenders, with Palmer and Neto keeping an eye on Chelsea's wingers lurking.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

And watch out for company boosters lurking in groups to counter complaints.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

There was a...feeling in the air like something was lurking, watching and following us as we arrived.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia