hiding well

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "hiding well" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe someone or something that is successfully concealed or not easily detected. Example: "The cat was hiding well under the bed, making it difficult for anyone to find her."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Wiki

Science

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

4 human-written examples

He is now thought to be in hiding, well over a year after the hunt began.

The Guardian

For both hunters and hunted hiding well is the precondition for survival.

The Guardian - Arts

"Whatever darkness you think you're hiding, well, it's written all over your fucking face," Noah tells Alison.

The New Yorker

"How can they do that?" "Why would they do that?" "What are they hiding?" Well, they think they can do it because, while professing to care about the U.S. Constitution, they really don't.

Huffington Post

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

55 human-written examples

Well hidden, well played.

The Guardian

Fear is not something Steinbrenner hides well.

The New York Times - Sports

I'm lazy and so I wear my clothes so that it's hidden well.

Independent

He wore a pile jacket and a pair of jeans, his wounds hidden well away but his anger fully exposed.

The New York Times - Magazine

The self-catering cottages are hidden well away from each other, and from the lovely 15th-century main house.

The Guardian - Travel

This latency can be hidden by well-written code on CPU and normally is hidden well by GPUs due to how their pipelines work (which is why GDDR is normally found on GPU's).

The Guardian - Tech

Dunmore's exquisite craft as a story teller lies hidden well beneath the surface of a compelling thriller, albeit one that is defiantly and brilliantly domestic.

Independent

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When describing an action where secrecy is important, use "hiding well" to emphasize both the act of hiding and the proficiency with which it is done.

Common error

Avoid using "hiding well" to describe static objects without implied action. It's more appropriate to say an object is "well-hidden" rather than "hiding well" unless it's actively concealing itself, which is rare.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "hiding well" functions as an adverbial modifier describing the manner in which something is being hidden. Ludwig AI indicates that this phrase is correct and usable in written English. It clarifies the quality or effectiveness of the action.

Expression frequency: Uncommon

Frequent in

News & Media

33%

Wiki

33%

Science

33%

Less common in

Formal & Business

0%

Academia

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, the phrase "hiding well" is a grammatically sound and usable expression that functions as an adverbial modifier, used to emphasize the effectiveness of concealment. Ludwig AI confirms its correctness, and while it appears across various contexts such as News & Media and Wiki, more formal alternatives might be preferable in academic or business settings. Consider the nuance you wish to convey: "hiding well" highlights the action and its success, while "well-hidden" emphasizes the state of being concealed.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

effectively concealed

This alternative emphasizes the efficiency of the concealment.

successfully obscured

This alternative highlights the achievement of making something unclear or invisible.

adept at concealing

This alternative focuses on the skill or proficiency in hiding something.

skillfully hidden

This alternative emphasizes the cleverness or expertise used in the act of hiding.

cleverly concealed

Focuses on the ingenuity of the hiding method.

perfectly camouflaged

Highlights the effectiveness of blending in with the surroundings.

well disguised

Emphasizes the alteration of appearance to prevent recognition.

expertly masked

Highlights the skill involved in covering something up.

thoroughly concealed

Emphasizes the completeness of the concealment.

inconspicuously hidden

Highlights the lack of obviousness in the way something is hidden.

FAQs

How can I use "hiding well" in a sentence?

You can use "hiding well" to describe someone or something that is successfully concealed or not easily detected. For example, "The spy was "hiding well" in the crowd".

What are some alternatives to "hiding well"?

Alternatives include "effectively concealed", "skillfully hidden", or "adept at concealing", depending on the specific nuance you want to convey.

Is it better to say "well-hidden" or "hiding well"?

While both are correct, "well-hidden" typically describes the state of being concealed, while "hiding well" describes the act of concealing effectively. Use "well-hidden" for objects and "hiding well" for actions.

Can "hiding well" be used in both formal and informal contexts?

Yes, "hiding well" is appropriate for both formal and informal writing, although more formal synonyms like "effectively concealed" might be preferred in highly formal academic or business contexts.