have closeted
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present perfectof closet.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
closetnouna small room, enclosed recess, or cabinet for storing clothing, food, utensils, etc.
Example Sentences
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“Growing up down there, you always have closeted Republicans,” said Ms. Garcia, a former aide to Senator Ted Cruz of Texas.
From New York Times ● Jul. 6, 2022
For six months, newspaper darkrooms in Chicago and Detroit have closeted mysterious goings-on.
From Time Magazine Archive
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