Don't have a loose lip about our surprise party plans.
loose lip
idiomThe practice or characteristic of being overly talkative, especially with respect to inadvertently revealing information which is private or confidential.
He has a loose lip, so do not tell him anything you want to keep secret.
The manager warned the team that a loose lip could compromise the sensitive negotiations currently underway with the new investors.
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all bedlam breaks loose
The situation becomes chaotic or characterized by conflict or rage.
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all hell breaks loose
The situation becomes chaotic or characterized by conflict or rage.
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bite one's lip
To forcibly prevent oneself from speaking, especially in order to avoid saying something inappropriate or likely to cause a dispute.
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button one's lip
To remain silent, especially in order to keep a secret or to avoid saying something inappropriate.
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cast loose
To unfasten, loosen, or set free.
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cut loose
To loosen or set free someone or something.
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cut one loose
To flatulate; to fart.
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cut someone loose
To let someone go from something, such as a position, relationship, or obligation.