covert operation

collocation in English

meaningsofcovertandoperation

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covert
adjective
uk
/ˈkəʊ.vɜːt/us
/ˈkoʊ.vɝːt/
hidden ...
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operation
noun
uk
/ˌɒp.ərˈeɪ.ʃən/us
/ˌɑː.pəˈreɪ.ʃən/
the fact of operating or ...
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(Definition ofcovertandoperationfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

Examplesofcovert operation

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It is a sort ofcovertoperation.
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Dominant views on motor imagery, as we have seen, equate it with thecovertoperationof efferent processes - either an efference copy or a motor plan.
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Acovertoperationwas taking place and the general was put in that position.
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I wish thecovertoperationevery blessing and ask for its intensification.
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Nocovertoperationis believed to have been compromised since the change back.
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Has he considered establishing some form of confidential,covertoperationwith the assistance of victims, to combat that scourge in our community?
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Research may also negate an enemycovertoperation, or reduce the effect of a harbour attack.
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The uniques are a superhero team working as acovertoperationunit.
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A largecovertoperationusually has components that involve many, or all, of these categories, as well as paramilitary operations.
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This mission is actually acovertoperationas the original escort was taken down by the enemy.
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Counterfeit money has also been used as acovertoperationby rival nations in an attempt to create inflation and subvert.
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The novel expands on the ideas of the sequel plot surrounding a new fugitive who was previously employed by the federal government for acovertoperation.
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