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What Does "what are they trying to hide" Mean?
Learn what "what are they trying to hide" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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What are they trying to hide?
This is a question expressing suspicion that people are hiding the truth.
From School Hall, Episode 1
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone suspects that other people are concealing information.
Usage Scenario
Use it when you think someone is keeping information secret. It can sound accusatory if said with a strong tone.
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