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What does "let the cat out of the bag" mean?
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let the cat out of the bag
Definition:
to reveal a surprise or secret by accident
Usage:
informal; often used in the negative ("Don't let the cat out of the bag")Sample Dialogue:
A: What are you doing for your girlfriend's birthday?B: I'm planning a huge surprise for her.
A: What are you going to do?
B: Well, don't let the cat out of the bag, but I'm taking her to Disney World!
A: She will love that. Don't worry. I won't say a thing.
