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Hat Asked Told I’m Job I Don’t Boss

Metaphor Keep it under your hat
Question Meaning What do you mean?
Meaning

If you are told something and then asked to “keep it under your hat”, you are being asked not to tell anyone else.

Question Example Example
Example

“I’m looking for a new job, but I don’t want my boss to find out yet. So, please keep it under your hat.”

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