My lips are sealed

11th July 2024

We use this expression to say that you won’t tell anyone a secret.

IH Bristol Phrase of the Day: My lips are sealed

Usage

Written:

Spoken:

Yes

Formal:

Informal:

Yes

Example 1

Derek, did you get a pay rise last month like the rest of us?

I’m sorry, I’m not supposed to discuss my salary with anybody else.

But you know I wouldn’t tell anybody. Honestly, my lips are sealed.

Example 2

Hi Neil. I’m surprised to see you here. I thought you were off work sick today.

Yes that’s right. I phoned in sick so I could watch the world cup. You won’t tell anybody you saw me.

Don’t worry. My lips are sealed.