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Places to hide and places to hide things

hiding place

noun

a safe place where you hide yourself or someone or something that you do not want other people to find

hideaway

noun

a private place where someone goes to relax or to be away from other people

retreat

noun

a peaceful and private place where you can go in order to rest

refuge

noun

a place where you go to protect yourself from something dangerous or threatening

haven

noun

a place where people or animals can feel safe and happy

hideout

noun

a place where someone can hide from other people, especially from the police or an enemy

sanctuary

noun

a place where you can be safe or comfortable

cache

noun

a place where things are hidden

cover

noun

places such as buildings or trees where people or animals can hide or shelter from the weather

stash

noun

the place where these things are kept hidden or safe

cyberloafing

using the Internet where you work, during working hours, for activities which are not work-related

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show a bit of ankle

… to reveal a small part of your intentions in order to attract support, without actually committing yourself to doing anything

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