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There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Smoke Screen.
Smoke Screen - as a noun
(military) screen consisting of a cloud of smoke that obscures movements
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
smokescreenAn action intended to conceal or confuse or obscure
Example: "Requesting new powers of surveillance is just a smokescreen to hide their failures"
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smokescreenExample Sentences
"The politician used a smoke screen to divert attention away from the scandal."
"The company's press release was nothing more than a smoke screen to hide their financial troubles."
"The celebrity couple's public fight seemed like a smoke screen to keep their real issues private."
"The suspect created a smoke screen by spreading false rumors about his whereabouts."
"The company's promise to increase wages was just a smoke screen to appease the workers."
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