Shadows held secrets close.

Meaning: This suggests that secrets are being guarded or concealed in a secure and hidden place.

Choice of Words: Shadows are areas of darkness or dim light. Held means to keep or possess something. Secrets are things kept hidden or private. Close means near or adjacent. When you put them together, "Shadows held secrets close" means that hidden information was being kept safe and protected in the darkness.

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