mum's the word
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While mum’s the word for now, Mosher hopes to soon announce good news on the horizon for fans of the restaurant.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 25, 2023
The short answer: For now, mum’s the word.
From Washington Times ● Feb. 5, 2019
Oh, very good," replied the tar; "mum's the word.
From Jack Harkaway and His Son's Escape from the Brigand's of Greece by Bracebridge Hemyng
"As to Cornwall," said Grimes, in a confidential whisper, "between you and me, Mrs. Harper, mum's the word."
From Agatha's Husband A Novel by Walter Crane
Your best leg forward, lad," said I to him, "and mum's the word.
From The House Under the Sea A Romance by Sir Max Pemberton
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