tight-lipped (Meaning)

tight-lipped

not liking to speak, having the lips closed tight (as in determination), reluctant to speak

The CEO remained tight-lipped about the company's recent financial losses.
The witness refused to give any details, remaining tight-lipped throughout the interrogation.
The agent was tight-lipped about the informant's identity, protecting their anonymity.
The lawyer instructed her client to be tight-lipped during the proceedings to avoid any missteps.
The victim was tight-lipped about the assault, fearing retaliation from the perpetrator.
Despite the rumors, the politician maintained a tight-lipped stance on the corruption allegations.
The investigation was ongoing, and all involved were asked to remain tight-lipped to preserve its integrity.
The tight-lipped response from the authorities fueled speculation and heightened public concern.
The whistleblower was tight-lipped out of fear for their safety and the repercussions they might face.
The journalist respected the source's tight-lipped condition, promising to keep their identity confidential.

not liking to speak, having the lips closed tight (as in determination), reluctant to speak

silent, restrained, reserved, dumb, laconic, uncommunicative, closemouthed, aloof, reticent,taciturn

mouthy, garrulous, vocal, outspoken, communicative, talky, unreserved,talkative, chatty, loquacious

The CEO remained tight-lipped about the company's recent financial losses.

The witness refused to give any details, remaining tight-lipped throughout the interrogation.

The agent was tight-lipped about the informant's identity, protecting their anonymity.

The lawyer instructed her client to be tight-lipped during the proceedings to avoid any missteps.