Like speakeasies and refrigerators, at times

RAIDED

Think of what might happen when authorities crack down on hidden or illegal operations, whether it's a secret bar or a stash of contraband. The past tense of the action describes both scenarios.

This clue plays on the double meaning of "raided." Speakeasies were illegal bars during Prohibition, often targeted by police raids, while refrigerators might get "raided" when someone hunts for snacks. The word "at times" hints that both scenarios involve temporary, sudden searches. It’s a clever way to tie two unrelated things together with a shared action.