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US/ʌnˈkʌv.ər/
UK/ʌnˈkʌv.ə/
to find or show something that was hidden or secret
In context
Journalists uncovered a plan to hide the true cost of the project.
Workers digging the road uncovered an ancient coin.
Researchers have uncovered new evidence about how the disease spreads.
Words that go with uncover
verb + noun
- uncover evidenceThe police uncovered new evidence in the case.
- uncover the truthShe was determined to uncover the truth.
- uncover a plotAgents uncovered a plot to steal the files.
- uncover a secretHe accidentally uncovered a family secret.
- uncover corruptionThe investigation uncovered widespread corruption.
adverb + verb
- accidentally uncoverThe builders accidentally uncovered an old well.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Scientists uncovered a new planet.Correct: Scientists discovered a new planet.