Drop somebody in it

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Colloquial Usage

The phrase is informal and best used in casual conversation, not in formal settings like business or written official communications.

I won't drop you in it when she asks about the party, don't worry.

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Negative Connotation

Using this phrase implies a negative outcome for someone, often due to sharing secretive or embarrassing information.

By telling my boss about my lateness, you really dropped me in it.

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Accidental Revelation

Sometimes people 'drop somebody in it' unintentionally by revealing something they didn’t realize was a secret.

I didn't mean to drop you in it when I mentioned your surprise visit to his birthday.