talebearer

Example Sentences

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“A talebearer revealeth secrets,” says Proverbs in an early complaint, “but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.”

From New York Times

On the other hand, I abhor a talebearer.

From Project Gutenberg

I don’t wish to be a talebearer, but another of your adoring proteges is in dire trouble.

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The talebearer was taken aback, stammered out a qualification, or begged that no notice might be taken of the statement.

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And whatever allowance may be made for exceptional situations, the instinct which brands the talebearer as mean is mainly wholesome.

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