splits (on)

Definition of splits (on)next
present tense third-person singular of split (on), British
as in talks
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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  • Iran’s president said the US blockade on Iranian ports remains a major obstacle to talks.
    Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
  • Indeed, as advertised, Raye talks to the audience so much — and is so warm and hilarious — that her banter is a show in itself.
    Jem Aswad, Variety, 17 Apr. 2026
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  • Several of its designers previously worked on major projects such as Aman Tokyo and The Chedi Andermatt; experience that informs the team’s warm, Asian-leaning minimalism.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
  • Since then, Tanshi has set up a major wildfire monitoring and prevention system that informs locals what days are safe for burning land, which is necessary to clear bush for farming.
    Paige Bruton, semafor.com, 22 Apr. 2026
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“Splits (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splits%20%28on%29. Accessed 1 May. 2026.

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