veil
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We have become fantastic at interacting with surfaces, all while our data is harvested and our attention monetized behind the veil of user-friendliness.
From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026
People published photos from their outdoor California ceremony, in which Steinfeld wore a white strapless gown, mesh gloves and her veil and Allen wore a traditional tuxedo.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026
Some sleuths have resorted to studying body language as they try to pierce the veil of secrecy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 15, 2026
She gave him money for a deposit, bought bridesmaid dresses for her daughters, a veil, "a few little trinket bits".
From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026
Charles made out a delicate hand holding an ethereal fabric veil across its face.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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