
Mum’s the word!
Secrecy Emphasis
Emphasizes the need for secrecy about a specific piece of information.

You know the surprise party for Lisa? Mum’s the word until her birthday!
Cultural Phrase
Originally British, but understood in various English-speaking cultures.

So you've seen the unpublished manuscript? Mum’s the word, mate!
Informal Setting
Used in casual or informal conversations, not in formal ones.

I snuck a cookie from the jar—mum’s the word, okay?
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