Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spit-it-out
idiom
/spɪt ɪt aʊt/
Definition
A phrase used to encourage someone to express their thoughts or feelings openly, particularly when they seem hesitant or reluctant to speak.
Examples
- “Come on, just spit it out! We want to hear your opinion on the matter.”
- “She was nervous about sharing her idea, but her friend urged her to spit it out.”
- “During the meeting, he finally decided to spit it out and reveal his true feelings about the project.”
Meaning
To articulate something that is on one’s mind, often used in contexts where a person is being urged to share what they are thinking.
Synonyms
- say it
- come clean
- open up
