partially mask
Frequency: 5.22.3 per million words
to hide or cover something to some extent, but not completely
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- The thick fog could only partially mask the outlines of the distant city.
- Her forced smile did little to partially mask her disappointment.
- Building tall fences might partially mask the noise, but won't eliminate it.
- The heavy makeup managed to partially mask the dark circles under her eyes.
- In some cases, medication can partially mask the symptoms of the illness.
- The new regulations will only partially mask the underlying issues in the industry.
- Despite his efforts, he could only partially mask his true feelings.
- The dense foliage partially masked the hidden entrance to the cave.
- A slight cough seemed to partially mask her nervousness during the presentation.
- The company attempted to partially mask its financial troubles with positive press releases.