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leak

[liːk]

leak Definition

  • 1to allow liquid or gas to escape from a container through a hole or crack
  • 2to become known despite efforts to keep it secret
  • 3a hole or crack that allows liquid or gas to escape from a container

Using leak: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "leak" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The roof is leaking and needs to be fixed.

  • Example

    The government was accused of leaking classified information to the press.

  • Example

    There's a leak in the pipe under the sink.

  • Example

    The company suffered a major data leak last year.

  • Example

    The whistleblower leaked the documents to the media.

leak Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for leak

Phrases with leak

  • to suddenly start leaking

    Example

    The boat sprang a leak and started taking on water.

  • to stop something from leaking

    Example

    We need to plug the leak in the roof before it causes more damage.

  • to have many leaks

    Example

    This old bucket leaks like a sieve. We need to get a new one.

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Summary: leak in Brief

The verb 'leak' [liːk] means to allow liquid or gas to escape from a container through a hole or crack, or to become known despite efforts to keep it secret. The noun 'leak' refers to a hole or crack that allows liquid or gas to escape from a container. Examples include 'The roof is leaking and needs to be fixed.' and 'The company suffered a major data leak last year.' Phrases include 'spring a leak,' 'plug a leak,' and 'leak like a sieve.'

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