A fly on the wall

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Used when someone wants to overhear others without being noticed, often in private or sensitive situations.

If I could be a fly on the wall during their secret meeting, I’d learn all their plans.

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Expresses a strong curiosity about what will be said or done in one’s absence, especially in intriguing scenarios.

Imagine being a fly on the wall at the celebrity party - the stories you'd hear!

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It's a metaphorical expression and doesn't mean someone wants to be an actual insect or to endorse eavesdropping.

I don't really want to be a bug, but I'd be a fly on the wall to hear their true opinions.

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