Meaning of tight-lipped | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Having the lips pressed tightly together, hence, not speaking.
2. Unwilling to divulge information.
   idiomatic

Equivalents

Examples

“He would have sprung upon Captain Blood, who stood aloof, alert, tight-lipped, and watchful.”

“Gaining the dak, they were joined on the veranda by four tight-lipped men.”

“The open access operator has remained tight-lipped over what may have caused the driver to suddenly apply the brake, but stressed that safety was its priority.”

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