Meaning of the word tight-lipped in English
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tight-lipped
US /ˌtaɪtˈlɪpt/
UK /ˌtaɪtˈlɪpt/
Adjective
reluctant to speak or to give away information; secretive
Example:
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The witness remained tight-lipped throughout the interrogation.
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The company was tight-lipped about the new product launch.