SPILLING THE BEANS Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

spilling the beans

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present participle of spill the beans

as in gossiping

to relate sometimes questionable or secret information of a personal nature We knew they wouldn't spill the beans about the wedding until we were ready to announce it.

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Recent Examples of spilling the beans In January 2021, Hassan told Vulture of her fond memories from filming, spilling the beans on the cast’s lively group chat and frequent mini-reunions. — Kate Hogan, PEOPLE, 25 Aug. 2026 Once your child starts spilling the beans about what’s bothering them, be understanding. — Jenna Autuori-Dedic, Parents, 4 Aug. 2026 Well, that and spilling the beans to Rick Devens about who his closest allies were. — Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 24 July 2026

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