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existing beyond what is readily apparent or visible, often intentionally hidden or concealed
- 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.
- The politician's promises were met with skepticism, as many believed he had ulterior agenda and was seeking reelection.
- The company's seemingly generous donation to the charity raised eyebrows, with some suspecting they had ulterior reasons for their philanthropy.
- She agreed to meet him for dinner but couldn't shake the feeling that he had ulterior plans for wanting to see her again.
Synonyms:
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beyond or outside an area of immediate interest; remote