anonymously
Americanadverb
Etymology
Origin of anonymously
Example Sentences
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“Essentially, you’re just lengthening the ramp, which with international films really helps put these movies on the radar,” says a veteran awards consultant, who, because of potential client conflicts, asked to speak anonymously.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
They said anyone with concerns about a child's welfare could contact their helpline anonymously.
From BBC • May 11, 2026
Four people who are familiar with the negotiations, speaking anonymously to the New York Times, confirmed that the proposal is real.
From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026
On Blind, a website where verified employees can anonymously post about and review their employers, a user compared the tracking to so-called bossware that some companies use to monitor worker productivity.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
“Success is counted sweetest” was one of the few poems that was published during her lifetime, but only anonymously, and no one knows if she gave permission.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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