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"Spill the beans" is a common idiom related to food, meaning to reveal a secret or disclose information that was meant to be kept confidential.
Historical Roots!
The idiom evolved in American slang, symbolizing revealing secrets like spilling food unintentionally. Today, it means divulging confidential information prematurely.
Example Sentences
"Don't spill the beans about our plans to leave early."
"He spilled the beans about his new job before the official announcement."
In IELTS Speaking
In IELTS speaking, you can effectively use the idiom "spill the beans" when talking about a secret that shouldn’t be let out due to its confidentiality.
Examiner: Can you describe a situation where keeping a secret was important?
Candidate: Yes! Last month, I almost spilt the beans about a colleague's promotion. It highlighted the necessity of confidentiality in professional environments!
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