Translation of "sous couvert de" to English

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Dictionary translations for "sous couvert de"

sous couvert de preposition

under the pretence of (locution prépositive, aspect)

Contexts with "sous couvert de"

Le cambrioleur s'introduisit dans la maison sous couvert de la nuit. The burglar broke into the house under the cover of night.

Les soldats avancèrent sur la position ennemie sous couvert de l'obscurité. The soldiers advanced on the enemy's position under cover of darkness.

Le fonctionnaire du gouvernement a parlé au reporter sous couvert d'anonymat. The government official spoke to the reporter on condition of anonymity.

Le sommet du Mt Fuji était couvert de neige. The top of Mt. Fuji was covered with snow.

Il était couvert de sueur. He was covered with sweat.

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