Meaning of trickle truth | Babel Free

Definitions

Facts gradually and reluctantly admitted by one's significant other under questioning, especially about having been unfaithful.

informal, uncountable

Examples

“It is common for straying spouses to discharge or unload information after carrying around secrets for months, sometimes years. […] It is uncommon for them to be completely honest upon the first disclosure, for they tend to withhold details and only reveal the absolute minimum to protect themselves. The truth seems to be revealed over time, a phenomenon well-known as the "trickle truth."”

“His taking too long to answer all my questions. Trickle truth.”

“The first things you'll notice when browsing the SI [Surviving Infidelity] forums are the abbreviations—dozens of them. […] There's TT for "trickle truth," which describes the slow pace at which cheaters reveal details about an affair to their partner.”

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