split (on)

British
as in to talk
to give information (as to the authorities) about another's improper or unlawful activities promise you won't split on us, and we'll tell you what happened

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  • Join our Space Forums to keep talking space on the latest missions, night sky and more!
    Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 6 Nov. 2025
  • Kids aged 7 to 18 can also walk in for the shot without a prescription, as long as a parent or guardian gives consent and talks it over with the pharmacist.
    Evan Moore November 5, Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2025
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  • According to Philadelphia magazine, the dismissal took place via an email in which she was informed that she was being terminated for cause.
    News Desk, Artforum, 6 Nov. 2025
  • The same year, California also banned the use of simulated fire in active shooter drills and required that parents be informed that a drill is taking place.
    Alana Semuels, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
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“Split (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/split%20%28on%29. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.

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