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as in to reveal
to make known (as information previously kept secret)
uncovered the location of the secret documents
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as in to expose
to reveal the true nature of
a magazine article that purports to uncover the inner operations of what many regard as a religious cult
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What To Know During an excavation at a site believed to date back to the Greek-era near Alexandria, archaeologists uncovered a stunning surprise: the remains of a 3,400-year-old Egyptian mudbrick town that may have once housed soldiers, priests—and winemakers.
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Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
Their ancestors have survived two mass extinctions over 230 million years and scientists have uncovered a new secret to their evolutionary success and longevity.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 16 Apr. 2025
Upon investigating the property, Tomas uncovers a hidden underground chamber.
—Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 15 Apr. 2025
The scene in Richard Donner's 1985 adventure comedy The Goonies in which the ragtag group of child explorers finally uncover the mythic pirate ship is one of the film's most unforgettable.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
Their ancestors have survived two mass extinctions over 230 million years and scientists have uncovered a new secret to their evolutionary success and longevity.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 16 Apr. 2025
Upon investigating the property, Tomas uncovers a hidden underground chamber.
—Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 15 Apr. 2025
The scene in Richard Donner's 1985 adventure comedy The Goonies in which the ragtag group of child explorers finally uncover the mythic pirate ship is one of the film's most unforgettable.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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In September 2023, another investigation with Webb – an advanced telescope launched in 2021 outfitted with powerful infrared instruments – revealed something more: traces of carbon-bearing molecules in K2-18b's atmosphere, including methane and carbon dioxide.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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While Garcia didn't reveal any other details about the baby, the video showed a close-up of the little one wrapped in a purple swaddle.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions At what temperature does wax paper melt? Wax melts when exposed to high heat, with a melting point of approximately 420°F and higher, so wax paper is best for cold applications in the kitchen.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
18 Apr. 2025
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This case exposes a wide fissure in the foundation.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
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In an Episode 2 hospital flashback, Abby discovers her father, who was about to remove Ellie's brain for a humanity-saving cure.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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First discovered: 9:05 p.m. April 21 Initial location: Humboldt County, Calif. Fire type: Wildfire Fire name: Village A new wildfire was reported today at 9:05 p.m. in Humboldt County.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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The man's cause of death has not been disclosed at this time.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Information on the film’s production budget or prints and advertising cost has not been disclosed.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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The percentage tells the public how much of the fire perimeter is believed to not go beyond the control lines.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Fast-forward to today, and the experts now tell us students may ...—
James V. Shuls,
National Review,
20 Apr. 2025
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“Uncover.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncover. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.
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