Phrasal Verb - Blurting Out
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.Definition
To 'blurt out' means to say something suddenly, impulsively, and often thoughtlessly, without intending to or without giving proper consideration to the consequences, appropriateness, or impact of the words. It typically implies that the speaker has revealed information that was meant to be kept secret, private, or unsaid, or has expressed a strong emotion, opinion, or observation in an abrupt and uncontrolled manner. The act is usually spontaneous and can sometimes lead to awkwardness, embarrassment, misunderstanding, or unintended disclosure, as the words are spoken before full consideration of their implications. It suggests a lack of self-control or careful planning in communication, often driven by surprise, nervousness, excitement, anger, or a momentary lapse in caution, causing information to 'slip out' inadvertently.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | She accidentally blurted out the surprise party details to the birthday girl. |
| 2 | He had to bite his tongue to avoid blurting out his true feelings during the tense negotiation. |
| 3 | In her excitement, the child blurted out the secret about the hidden Christmas presents. |
| 4 | I didn't mean to blurt out that sensitive information; it just slipped out when I was nervous. |
| 5 | He's known for blurting out whatever comes to mind, regardless of the social context or who is listening. |
| 6 | The witness blurted out a crucial piece of evidence before her lawyer could intervene. |
| 7 | Please don't blurt out the answer; let everyone think about the question first. |
| 8 | She immediately regretted blurting out her colleague's personal news to the entire office staff. |
| 9 | Nervously, he blurted out his home address instead of his phone number when asked for contact details. |
| 10 | The sudden shock made her blurt out an expletive she wouldn't normally use in public. |