1. a cloud of smoke created to hide military operations or movements
Usage: military
2. something intended to disguise or conceal the truth; a deceptive action or statement
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The navy ships deployed smokescreens to hide their approach.
• Military forces used smokescreens during the beach landing.
• His apology was just a smokescreen to avoid taking responsibility.
• The company’s charity donations were smokescreens for their tax evasion.
• Politicians often create smokescreens to distract from real issues.
• The elaborate explanation was a smokescreen hiding the simple truth.
• Don’t let their smokescreens fool you into missing the main point.