under the guise of

idiom

: by saying or acting as if something is other than what it really is

She swindles people under the guise of friendship.

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Recent Examples on the Web As a result, shiny new technologies—streaming systems, consultants and elaborate frameworks—are adopted under the guise of upgrading fundamental technology stacks or DevOps practices. —

Amandeep Midha, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024 Cole was revealed to be the star under the Ship costume, while Martin was singing under the guise of the Woodpecker. —

Michael Schneider, Variety, 10 Oct. 2024 Under the United Front’s control are a multitude of groups which serve to engage overseas Chinese under the guise of social or industry groups. —

Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2024 Why, if Ruth and Steve have already talked about this plan, visited the home, and agreed upon the terms, does Steve hide Ruth’s suitcase, before quietly yanking it out under the guise of something else? —

Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 3 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for under the guise of

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