conspiracy of silence
noun phraseDefinition of conspiracy of silence
: a secret agreement to keep silent about an occurrence, situation, or subject especially in order to promote or protect selfish interests
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“Conspiracy of silence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/conspiracy%20of%20silence. Accessed 19 Jun. 2021.
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The first known use of conspiracy of silence was in 1865
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