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hole-and-corner
hole-and-corner - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
hole-and-corner
Definition
(adj) relating to the peripheral and unimportant aspects of life
Synonyms
:
hole-in-corner
Example Sentence
a hole-and-corner life in some obscure community
Definition
(adj) conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods
Synonyms
:
clandestine
,
cloak-and-dagger
,
hugger-mugger
,
hush-hush
,
secret
,
surreptitious
,
undercover
,
underground
Example Sentence
clandestine intelligence operations
cloak-and-dagger activities behind enemy lines
hole-and-corner intrigue
secret missions
a secret agent
secret sales of arms
surreptitious mobilization of troops
an undercover investigation
underground resistance
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