Shut One's Mouth (Verb)
Meaning
Refrain from divulging sensitive information; keep quiet about confidential information; "Don't tell him any secrets--he cannot keep his mouth shut!".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- I've instructed you not to discuss this with anyone, so remember to shut your mouth about the surprise party.
- It's not easy for her to shut her mouth when someone asks her a direct question.
- If you value your friendship with him, you need to learn how to shut your mouth before you say something hurtful.
- At the doctor's office, patients are required to shut their mouths about others' health issues.
- After he leaked the company's confidential plans, the CEO warned everyone else to shut their mouths to prevent further disclosure.