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come out of the closet



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After that, I knew I was gay, and it was time to come out of the closet.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 9, 2023

"Your family is out there. You are loved and valued. So when you come out of the closet, come out swinging."

From BBC Nov. 28, 2022

“So when you come out of the closet, come out swinging.”

From Seattle Times Nov. 27, 2022

He had been inspired to come out of the closet after learning about the 1969 Stonewall uprising in New York, credited with igniting the gay-rights movement.

From New York Times Nov. 10, 2022

“Are you both dressed? Seven, don’t you dare come out of the closet yet,” Thorn yelled from the hall.

From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega




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