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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

smokescreen

/smɒkskrin/ noun · British & US
Valid in UK
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What does smokescreen mean?

noun

A cloud of smoke used to conceal something, especially a military operation or a person's actions. A misleading or confusing statement or action.

Example

"The company used a smokescreen to distract investors from the financial losses."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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