He is a closet case who hides his true self from everyone.
closet case
idiomA person who conceals or denies their sexuality or gender identity.
Origin
first recorded 20th c.From closet + case. First use appears c. 1946 in the Washington Post.
She felt sorry for her friend, who remained a closet case because he feared his family would reject him.
Despite the growing acceptance in his social circle, he remained a closet case, trapped by the internalized shame he had carried since his youth.
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build a case
to compile evidence that supports a charge against someone.
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case the joint
To thoroughly observe or examine a place, in order to familiarize oneself with its workings in preparation for criminal activity, often robbery.
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catch a case
To be infected with a disease; used with of.
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come out of the broom closet
To publicly reveal that one is a Wiccan or some other type of neopagan.
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come out of the closet
To disclose to others about one's sexual orientation, romantic orientation, or gender identity, where previously this had been kept secret.
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federal case
An exaggerated ordeal; excessive fuss or indignation about some situation.
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gone case
Someone or something that is deemed irredeemable, hopeless and beyond help; a doomed person or thing.
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I rest my case
The previous statement or proclamation encapsulates my view.