disclosing
Americanadjective
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revealing or showing something, especially something normally or previously hidden; making something known (often used in combination).
Unless there are protective measures in place, whistleblowing can result in adverse employment action against the disclosing employee.
Instead of accusing the other person, label your feelings in a self-disclosing way, such as “I'm angry.”
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Law. designating the party that makes confidential information known to another party, as under a nondisclosure agreement or other legal proceeding.
Information acquired independently, without use of information from the disclosing party, is not subject to this agreement.
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Dentistry. being, using, or containing a substance that reveals the presence of plaque on the teeth by staining the plaque.
During recall appointments, we use a disclosing tablet to check areas that are missed by the patient during brushing.
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Etymology
Origin of disclosing
First recorded in 1510–20; disclose + -ing 2 for the adjective senses; disclose + -ing 1 ( def. ) for the noun sense
Example Sentences
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Trump later said he regretted publicly disclosing a previous CT scan because it fueled additional speculation about his health.
From Salon • May 25, 2026
In January, he released a startling video disclosing he was under investigation and labeling it a pretext to pressure the central bank to cut rates.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
The president has also bet on Boeing, disclosing an Aug. 25 investment worth between $1 million and $5 million in the aerospace company’s bonds in a form filed in October.
From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026
They are not disclosing the location or time, wanting to keep the memorial as small and family-focused as possible.
From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026
For two or three years Miss Trixie had been carrying these bags with her, sometimes accumulating three or four by the side of her desk, never disclosing their purpose or destination to anyone.
From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole
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