walls have ears
Someone's always listening
Walls have ears is a warning that someone might be listening, even when you think you're alone.
The phrase cautions against speaking freely about secrets or sensitive matters because you never know who might overhear: Be careful what you say—walls have ears.
- eavesdropListen to private conversations
- listening inSecretly hearing others speak
- whisperSpeech without full voice
- secretsConcealed information
- spyCovert information gatherer
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walls have earsspeak freely
Express opinions openly
coast is clear · in confidence · off the record · between us · in private
walls have earssealed lips
Refusing to divulge
safe space · inner circle · cone of silence · secure channel · behind closed doors
walls have earsspeak freely
Express opinions openly
in strict confidence · off the record · just between us · the coast is clear · in private
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