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ulterior
01
existing beyond what is readily apparent or visible, often intentionally hidden or concealed
Examples
She suspected he had ulterior motives for offering to help her with the project, as he stood to gain personally from its success.
His compliments seemed genuine at first, but she later realized he had ulterior intentions and was trying to manipulate her.
02
beyond or outside an area of immediate interest; remote
03
coming at a subsequent time or stage
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