ficar encoberto
[fee-KAR en-ko-BER-tu]
verb phrase
to remain hidden; to stay concealed; to be covered up
1. to remain in a hidden or concealed state; to stay out of sight
The truth remained hidden for years.
A verdade ficou encoberta por anos.
2. to be covered or obscured by something physical
The building was covered by fog and remained hidden.
O prédio ficou encoberto pela neblina.
3. to have one's identity, involvement, or actions concealed or undisclosed
His involvement in the scandal remained concealed.
O envolvimento dele no escândalo ficou encoberto.
This phrase is commonly used in Brazilian Portuguese to describe situations where truths, secrets, or facts are deliberately or accidentally concealed. It's frequently employed in journalism, legal contexts, and everyday conversation when discussing hidden information or cover-ups.
NYC Slang
kept under wraps; hush-hush
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