disguise
verb (used with object)
to change the appearance or guise of so as to conceal identity or mislead, as by means of deceptive garb.
disguising
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present participleof disguise.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Not much later, I would consider the role of language in disguising accountability during an investigation into mistreatment of children in Russian orphanages.
From Salon ● Sep. 19, 2026
To one, time imposes order on life; to the other, time is a construct disguising a deeper chaos.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026
Anthropic found that the model engaged in a behavior called “alignment faking” — deliberately disguising its true reasoning and dangerous capabilities to avoid being restricted by people.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 18, 2026
He acknowledged, though, that they “do a good job disguising their coverage.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 11, 2026
He cut up a great ox and wrapped the good eatable parts in the hide, disguising them further by piling entrails on top.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
