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How do you use obscure in a sentence?

Here are some examples of how to use "obscure" in a sentence:

As an adjective:

* The antique shop was filled with obscure trinkets and forgotten treasures. (meaning: unknown or little-known)

* The author used an obscure literary device that most readers wouldn't understand. (meaning: not well-known or understood)

* Her musical tastes were quite obscure, favoring avant-garde jazz and experimental electronica. (meaning: not mainstream or popular)

* The hikers stumbled upon an obscure trail that led to a breathtaking waterfall. (meaning: hidden or difficult to find)

As a verb:

* The fog obscured the distant mountains. (meaning: to hide or make unclear)

* The government tried to obscure the truth about the scandal. (meaning: to conceal or hide something)

* Her emotions were obscured by a mask of indifference. (meaning: to cover or hide something)

Important note: "Obscure" can have a negative connotation when referring to something being unknown or unimportant. However, it can also be used in a more neutral or even positive way, as in the example of the hikers discovering an obscure trail.

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