secret; to refrain from speaking indiscreetly or carelessly; broadly, to refrain from speaking altogether.' name='description'> keep one's mouth shut - definition and meaning
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keep one's mouth shut

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  • verb idiomatic To keep a secret; to refrain from speaking indiscreetly or carelessly; broadly, to refrain from speaking altogether.

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  • verb refrain from divulging sensitive information; keep quiet about confidential information

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Words with the same meaning

  1. keep one's lips sealed
  2. keep one's own counsel

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