dropping a dime (on)
phrase
as in talking
to give information (as to the authorities) about another's improper or unlawful activities The criminal dropped a dime on his former associates in exchange for a more lenient sentence. Synonyms & Similar Words
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- talking
- splitting (on)
- grassing (on)
- informing
- ratting (on)
- turning in
- telling (on)
- squeaking
- snitching
- giving away
- finking
- singing
- squealing
- betraying
- selling (out)
- tipping (off)
- backstabbing
- tattling
- crossing
- blabbing
- double-crossing
- two-timing
