split (on)

Definition of split (on)next
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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  • After all, sport has an almost unparalleled ability to talk to people, particularly some of those most at risk of taking their own lives.
    Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • What led up to the lawsuit As the lawsuit explains, some former teammates talked among themselves in 2024 with memories of the hazing, and one of them started researching the history of the initiation practices.
    Paula Wethington, CBS News, 10 Sep. 2026
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  • The pilots did not inform air traffic controllers of any problems with the plane prior to landing, air traffic control audio indicated.
    Maria Aguilar Prieto, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Smart travelers stay informed by reading the fine print and understanding travel requirements for their destination.
    Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2026
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“Split (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/split%20%28on%29. Accessed 11 Sep. 2026.

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