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secretive

[see-kri-tiv, si-kree-] / ˈsi krɪ tɪv, sɪˈkri- /


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Apocalyptic eschatology has long been an interest of Thiel’s, who has made the Antichrist a central topic of secretive lectures he’s given behind closed doors.

From Salon ● Oct. 8, 2026

According to an investigation published last week, the United States has deported more than 25,000 people under secretive agreements with 35 countries to take migrants with no ties to those nations.

From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026

A former Citi banker now with the Treasury Department made a secretive trip, warning countries to end flights and cut off banks.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 28, 2026

The Swede, who’s lived in L.A. for nearly a decade, hosts a secretive, recurring party at the bar called SOUP.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 21, 2026

“And when the other lads found out what came over me at the full moon...If you were me you’d be a bit secretive too, I’d expect.”

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood




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