tattle

Example Sentences

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But the choice not to tattle on him is simple, and in fact the only straightforward thing about the whole scenario.

From Washington Post • Apr. 5, 2023

He said clarity was required as to whether someone might be aware of IRA membership or if their knowledge may be based on "tittle tattle".

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2023

We’re hesitant to tattle to our supervisor, but since we’re equals, we’re also not comfortable confronting her.

From New York Times • Oct. 29, 2022

“If Walls Could Talk” they might tattle on the home healthcare worker a woman hires to look after her widowed mother in this new TV movie.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2022

Not to tattle on anyone, like a baby.

From "Maybe He Just Likes You" by Barbara Dee