The phrase "element of secrecy" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when you want to describe a situation or topic that is kept secret or hidden. For example: "The element of secrecy in this contract is essential for the successful completion of the deal."
Intelligence work, however, is based on the element of secrecy.
While the HPU was open and accessible during Guardian Australia's visit, an element of secrecy lingered.
The baseline huddle between the server and the net partner, at least in theory, sets up the synchronicity that guarantees maximum court coverage, and an element of secrecy — to poach or not to poach.
Gafcon said: "In this case, the element of secrecy in the appointment to the episcopacy of a man in a same-sex relationship gives the impression that it has been arranged with the aim of presenting the church with a 'fait accompli', rather than engaging with possible opposition in the spirit of 'shared conversations'".
An element of secrecy, commonplace in bars and clubs in New York and L.A., gives guests a sense of pride when they enter.
The exact details of what the Liverpool Giants will be doing and how the story will unfold remains under wraps - for Courcoult, an element of secrecy is one of the most important elements of the company's shows.
After all, elements of secrecy and discretion are an intrinsic aspect of any human life that retains its dignity.
To maintain the elements of secrecy and surprise, Muc was ordered to avoid contact with local civilians and opposing military forces.
Second, Elster argues that a constitution-making process "ought to contain elements of both secrecy (committee discussion) and publicity (plenary assembly discussions).
Of course, there was a heavy element of hypocrisy, and secrecy, but the British public, or its parliament, were not about to vote merely to remove hypocrisy and secrecy.
