come out of the closet
Example Sentences
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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
“So when you come out of the closet, come out swinging.”
From Seattle Times • Nov. 27, 2022
“Save it until you need it,” he said, quipping: “I would come out of the closet when a friend asked me to move.”
From New York Times • Apr. 1, 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
