Covert
Covert noun - A covering that serves to conceal or shelter something.
Usage example: the brush provided a covert for game
Screen
Screen noun - A covering that serves to conceal or shelter something.
Usage example: a screen of trees afforded privacy
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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Averted with the scene of them setting up surveillance in Lauren's house, as she walks past them multiple times but remains blissfully unaware of their presence.The Chief: [brings a picture of a body resting on a crushed car up on a screen] This was supposed to be a covert mission.
Source: Film / This Means War!
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