They "can obscure the truth," per Maya Angelou Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Friday, April 18, 2025 · 46-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, April 18, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · April 18, 2025 · 46-Down · 5 letters
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a concept whose truth can be proved; "scientific hypotheses are not facts"
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