Local English word record

keep quiet

verb · 1 sense

refrain from divulging sensitive information; keep quiet about confidential information

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Examples

  • Don't tell him any secrets--he cannot keep his mouth shut!

Word relationships

Synonyms

shut one's mouth, keep one's mouth shut

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