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noun
The situation where information is hidden or discarded because it is undesirable in some way, e.g. unfavourable research results.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
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History
The lowest drawer in a piece of furniture might be expected to contain less important items; also, a researcher might quietly tuck undesirable findings into a desk drawer where no one else will see them.
