the cupboard is bare

bare one's soul

To reveal one's innermost feelings and thoughts, especially concerning one's doubts, regrets, or flaws; to tell one's personal secrets to others.

bare one's teeth

To show aggression.

bare poles

The condition of a sailing boat when all of its sails have been taken in.

cry cupboard

To want or need food; to show signs of hunger.

skeleton in the cupboard

A shameful secret.