The English Oracle

Is there a phrase to say that someone's hidden intentions are revealed in his/her talk or movements?

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00:00 Is There A Phrase To Say That Someone'S Hidden Intentions Are Revealed In His/Her Talk Or Moveme
00:19 Accepted Answer Score 12
00:33 Answer 2 Score 1
00:44 Answer 3 Score 5
01:20 Answer 4 Score 2
01:28 Thank you

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ACCEPTED ANSWER

Score 12


I would say:

he's showing his true intentions

or use the following idioms:

show somebody's true colors
reveal somebody's true colors




ANSWER 2

Score 5


In gambling circles, this is referred to as a "Tell". For instance, if one poker player notices that another player scratches his face when he is nervous or bluffing, the first player has identified the second players "Tell". This is a slang term that refers to something the second player is doing that "tells" a different story than the one he wants you to believe. A "Tell" can be a nuance in body language, a gesture, a tone of voice, or any other subtle indicator one person has identified in another. It's a signature action that is "telling" you something contradictory to what the person is actually saying.




ANSWER 3

Score 2


The closest English phrase in form is

His mask is slipping.




ANSWER 4

Score 1


Je ne connaissais pas cette locution, mais en anglais c'est peut-ĂȘtre Truth will out.