idiom

let the cat out of the bag

3Sections

To reveal a secret, often by accident

Definition

To reveal a secret, often by accident

Examples

  • Don't LET THE CAT OUT OF THE BAG about the surprise party
  • He LET THE CAT OUT OF THE BAG when he mentioned the gift
  • Who LET THE CAT OUT OF THE BAG?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms:

  • spill the beans
  • reveal a secret
  • blow the cover

Antonyms:

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