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that would be telling - what does it mean? is it common? can you provide examples?
that would be telling - what does it mean? is it common? can you provide examples?
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You want to know what's in my secret cookie recipe? Nope, that would be telling. (= no, I don't reveal secrets)
I know how old Jessica is, but that would be telling (= I'm not saying it); it's rude to reveal a lady's age.
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@shalomAti Let's say some woman you knew didn't want to reveal her age when you asked her. You asked "How old are you?". She might say "Well that would be telling". Meaning she is not going to reveal it. She's going to keep it a secret. It's often used in a frivolous, non serious way in my experience
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