telltales Synonyms
telltales Meaning
telltales
an outward sign, a device for indicating or recording something, indicating or giving evidence of something, talebearer, informer, a wind-direction indicator often in the form of a ribbon, a strip of metal on the front wall of a racquets or squash court above which the ball must be hit
telltales Sentence Examples
- The telltales on the flagpole swayed gently in the breeze, signaling the arrival of the ship.
- The telltale signs of an approaching storm were unmistakable: darkening skies, rising winds, and an eerie silence.
- The detective noticed telltale marks on the crime scene, indicating a struggle.
- The telltale odor of gunpowder lingered in the air, a sinister reminder of the recent shooting.
- The telltale twitch in the witness's eye betrayed his nervousness.
- The telltales of a hidden room were cleverly concealed, but a keen observer could spot them.
- The telltale roar of a motorcycle echoed through the canyon, alerting the hikers to its presence.
- The telltale footsteps approached the house, causing the occupants to hold their breath.
- The telltale markings on the butterfly's wings were a unique identifier, allowing scientists to track its migration.
- The telltale signs of aging were becoming more evident on the old man's face.
FAQs About the word telltales
an outward sign, a device for indicating or recording something, indicating or giving evidence of something, talebearer, informer, a wind-direction indicator of
informants, informers, gossips,gossipers, quidnuncs,circulators, yentas, newsmongers, gossipmongers, tattlers
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The telltales on the flagpole swayed gently in the breeze, signaling the arrival of the ship.
The telltale signs of an approaching storm were unmistakable: darkening skies, rising winds, and an eerie silence.
The detective noticed telltale marks on the crime scene, indicating a struggle.
The telltale odor of gunpowder lingered in the air, a sinister reminder of the recent shooting.
