veiled

Example Sentences

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It may be tempting to say what you’ll do if you don’t get results, with veiled threats of one kind or another, but consumer experts suggest it’s best not to go too far.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 10, 2026

As this year began and it became clear both companies were thinking about IPOs, Amodei started taking some veiled shots at OpenAI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026

In the courtroom, Ms Pelicot and her family sat through nearly four months of veiled insinuations and open accusations of complicity from both the defendants and their lawyers.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent offered veiled backing for Alberta's independence last week.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

As a recording of “Here Comes the Bride” played over the loudspeaker in the Northeast Baltimore church, the rear doors opened and the veiled bride began her slow procession toward the altar.

From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore