Reference meaning
cover story
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A story included in a publication that is highlighted on the front cover.
Other meanings
2. noun
A fictitious account that is intended to hide one's real motive.
3. noun
Any fictitious account used to hide, distract from, or falsely explain the truth which one intends to conceal.
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