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tell tales

Idiom Truth

Meaning

to gossip or reveal secrets, often to get someone in trouble

Example Sentences

"Stop telling tales about your coworkers."

Related Expressions

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to suddenly start sweating due to fear or anxiety

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to influence someone by appealing to their feelings

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used to introduce an opinion that may or may not be useful

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Friends who are deeply loyal to each other.

sick as a dog

very ill