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open secret

NOUN
something generally known
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So the medical use of unsanctioned A.I. translation tools is something of an open secret.

From Slate ● Oct. 16, 2026

Kevin says it's long been an "open secret" that scams are happening here, and that "the only shocking thing is that the police were effective".

From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026

This week, we’re addressing the open secret that is “soft” off days.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026

Why this was so is an open secret: At 78 years old, Mr. Biden was the oldest man to become president for the first time.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 4, 2026

The open secret of the Maafa had been bothering me throughout my time here, and it had taken something High John said to make me understand.

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


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