as in told (on)
to give information (as to the authorities) about another's improper or unlawful activities
that bloke would grass on his own mater to save himself
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Ed Sheeran has talked openly about thinking of his career in arithmetic terms.—
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Fast-rising British star Mia McKenna-Bruce has landed herself a role in one of the buzziest and most talked-about upcoming film series.—
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One person close to White House staff’s efforts to keep the president informed acknowledged that his information diet has narrowed since the first term.—
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6 Oct. 2025
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This information is also transmitted electronically to the pet’s current vet, ensuring vets remain better informed about lifestyle and care needs.—
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6 Oct. 2025
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“Grassed (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grassed%20%28on%29. Accessed 13 Oct. 2025.
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