uncover
verb
un·cov·er
ən-ˈkə-vər 
uncovered; uncovering; uncovers
2
: to expose to view by removing some covering
3
a
: to take the cover from
b
: to remove the hat from
uncovered his head
4
: to deprive of protection
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Examples of uncover in a Sentence
Police uncovered a criminal plot.
Archaeologists uncovered the ruins of an ancient city.
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The research project’s goals were to uncover ancient craftsmanship techniques, determine the connections between Bronze Age societies and better understand the role Abu Dhabi once played in Bronze Age trade.
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Ashley Strickland, CNN, 12 July 2024
Their team of lawyers is passionate about uncovering all the legal options, identifying the best course of action, and guiding their clients through the process of securing compensation for their losses.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 12 July 2024
Hunter Biden was convicted of a crime, but not one that was uncovered by Comer or other House Republicans.
—Philip Bump, Washington Post, 11 July 2024
Summary Some studies have uncovered an association between tattoo ink and certain types of cancer.
—Corey Whelan, Verywell Health, 11 July 2024
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Ashley Strickland, CNN, 12 July 2024
Their team of lawyers is passionate about uncovering all the legal options, identifying the best course of action, and guiding their clients through the process of securing compensation for their losses.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 12 July 2024
Hunter Biden was convicted of a crime, but not one that was uncovered by Comer or other House Republicans.
—Philip Bump, Washington Post, 11 July 2024
Summary Some studies have uncovered an association between tattoo ink and certain types of cancer.
—Corey Whelan, Verywell Health, 11 July 2024
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uncover
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un·cov·er
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