keep schtum



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keep schtum

To remain silent; to not say anything. (Used especially when by saying something, especially at the wrong time, one would cause trouble or difficulty for him- or herself.) Primarily heard in UK. It's better to just keep schtum when the boss starts flinging accusations than risk further incensing him.
See also: keep

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Aelius-Ancient Roman
JurajYOO-rahy (Croatian)Croatian, Slovak
Gene[dʒi:n]
Amy['eimi]
BacchusBAK-əs (English)Greek Mythology (Latinized)
Rich[ritʃ]