telltale
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Photos of the food on the menu are a telltale sign that it is geared toward tourists.
From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026
On social media, there was speculation that the Swedes planted a secret camera to capture the telltale angle.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 15, 2026
Big picture: If there were big trouble brewing for the economy, a telltale sign would be rising jobless claims.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 29, 2026
Just as texture is now the telltale sign of a real photograph, finally giving pores and wrinkles the promotion to a customer-facing role they deserve, linguistic variety and uninhibited honesty will become certificates of authenticity.
From Slate • Jan. 7, 2026
A few packages had the telltale shapes of Caboodles cosmetic cases.
From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter
Vocabulary lists containing telltale
List 4
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
A Long Walk to Water
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Wednesday Wars
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
