The fig leaf(idiom)
Something used to hide an embarrassing or shameful problem.
Hindi meaning:छिपाने के लिए इस्तेमाल किया कुछ
Synonyms: Veil, Cloak, Mask, Curtain
Antonyms: Exposition, Showing, Reality, Truth
Example: Gary used humor as a fig leaf to conceal the fact thathe was struggling with depression.
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