come out of the closet
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
After that, I knew I was gay, and it was time to come out of the closet.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2023
"Your family is out there. You are loved and valued. So when you come out of the closet, come out swinging."
From BBC • Nov. 28, 2022
Now she tries to make up for that by supporting other mothers whose children have come out of the closet.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 20, 2022
He had been inspired to come out of the closet after learning about the 1969 Stonewall uprising in New York, credited with igniting the gay-rights movement.
From New York Times • Nov. 10, 2022
“Are you both dressed? Seven, don’t you dare come out of the closet yet,” Thorn yelled from the hall.
From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega
![]()