bare all
The phrase "bare all" can be used both literally and figuratively to describe complete exposure, either of the body or of personal information.
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Definition
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(literal)To remove all clothing and be completely unclothed.
Example
- The actor had to bare all for the role in the movie.
- In the scene, she decided to bare all for the sake of art.
B2General
(figurative)To openly reveal personal thoughts, feelings, or sensitive information.
Example
- During the interview, he chose to bare all about his past struggles.
- The memoir bared all, leaving no detail hidden.
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