Southern US
Hush your mouth
Command to be quiet or reaction to surprising news
Literal Meaning
Make your mouth quiet
Actual Meaning
Be quiet OR expression of surprise/disbelief
Examples in Context

Friend: 'They're divorcing!' You: 'Hush your mouth!'

Helpful Tips
  • 1Context determines meaning
  • 2Can express shock
  • 3Often dramatic
Phrase Thesaurus
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be silent
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