expose oneself
The phrase "expose oneself" can refer to making oneself vulnerable or engaging in inappropriate public behavior.
Definition
B2Behavior
(idiomatic)To make oneself vulnerable by revealing personal information or engaging in risky actions.
Example
- By sharing his secret, he chose to expose himself to potential criticism.
- She exposed herself to danger by walking alone at night.
C1Law
(euphemistic, idiomatic)To publicly display one's private parts, often considered indecent exposure.
Example
- He was arrested for exposing himself in the park.
- The act of exposing oneself in public is illegal in many countries.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "expose oneself":
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