The truth remained hidden in the shadows.

Meaning: The real facts about what happened to the missing food stayed secret and unknown.

Choice of Words: The truth is the real facts about something. Remained means to continue to be in a particular state or place. Hidden means concealed or kept secret. Shadows are areas of darkness or shade. So, the real facts about what happened to the missing food stayed secret and unknown, like something hidden in the darkness.

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