| Id | ESLPod_1014_WE_1703 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 1014 |
| Episode Title | Becoming a Spy |
| Phrase | for (one's) cover to be blown |
| Text | In this podcast, the phrase "for (one's) cover to be blown" means for one's true identity or purpose to be revealed and seen or recognized by others, so that one cannot continue to hide or be secretive: "The actress's cover was blow when the news photographer recognized her and started taking pictures." The phrase "to run for cover" means to quickly seek shelter and protection: "As soon as it started raining, everyone ran for cover." The phrase "under the cover of darkness" means hidden at night: "The runaway slaves traveled at night under the cover of darkness." Finally, "the covers" are bedding, or the sheets and blankets that one sleeps under: "Every night, Earl's wife unconsciously pulls the covers to her side of the bed, leaving him feeling cold." |
| Topics | Government + Law |
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