cone of silence
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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I want an actual functioning cone of silence at work.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 5, 2026
The current study is another step toward science fiction technologies, such as the "cone of silence" in "Get Smart" and"Dune," the authors write.
From Science Daily • Sep. 21, 2023
Los Angeles-based attorney James DeSimone said there’s often a cone of silence that surrounds hazing due to shame or embarrassment felt by victims or even denial among perpetrators or bystanders.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 22, 2023
And while staring into the abyss of the cosmic sublime for weeks on end would have its perks, the cone of silence around the project could also prove lonely.
From New York Times • Jul. 12, 2022
Even employees who think they’re playing by the rules may find themselves on the wrong side of Musk’s cone of silence.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2022
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