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unmasked

  • past participle
    of unmask.
    unmask
    verb (used with object)
    to strip a mask or disguise from.
  • past tense form
    of unmask.
    unmask
    verb (used with object)
    to strip a mask or disguise from.
  • a word derived from masked.
    masked
    adjective
    using or wearing a mask or masks.

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The gang was unmasked after another friend of the men took Child B to London.

From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026

Once Egg is unmasked, we come to understand why he’s so drawn to this enormous man whose gentle spirit permeates Claffey’s faultless performance.

From Salon ● Feb. 23, 2026

Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers and other federal agents unmasked.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 20, 2026

The resulting images of the unmasked agent went viral, but identified the wrong individuals.

From Slate ● Jan. 28, 2026

Within the crowd she saw Kaisa, the sole unmasked celebrant, turn back to look at her, and it was as if another world was laid over the one she was in.

From "Ash" by Malinda Lo