surreptitiously

Example Sentences

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Already, women have begun speaking out about their experiences being surreptitiously recorded on smart glasses and the feeling of violation that arose when they realized that they’d been posted online for content.

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026

He plays surreptitiously recorded phone conversations between opposition leaders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026

Firstly, a recording, especially one done surreptitiously, is not a legal document.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 9, 2025

The film preaches that message, while “Peacemaker” surreptitiously places the audience inside its version of a “What If . . .” simulation.

From Salon • Oct. 2, 2025

He had left the aspirin bottle on the counter and surreptitiously I went over and got a couple for myself, but Henry saw me do it.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt