[keep] {sth} under wraps
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to keep something secret or confidential and not to reveal it to others
The idiom "keep something under wraps" originated from the practice of wrapping or covering objects to keep them concealed or protected. Figuratively, the phrase signifies the act of keeping something secret, confidential, or hidden from public knowledge or awareness. It is used to imply a deliberate effort to maintain privacy or prevent information from being disclosed or leaked.
- But officials deny they've been keeping their proposals under wraps.
- The name of the movie is being kept under wraps.
- The company is keeping the details of their new product release under wraps until the official announcement.
- The celebrity couple managed to keep their wedding plans under wraps to avoid media attention.
- The government is keeping the investigation findings under wraps to prevent panic among the public.