From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishtelltale signs/marks etctelltale signs/marks etcCLEAR/EASY TO UNDERSTANDsigns etc that clearly show something has happened or exists, often something that is a secret They examined the child carefully, looking for telltale signs of abuse. → telltale
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telltale signs/marks etc• Then skim through your document for their telltale signs.• Would we allow the police to search the sacred precincts of marital bedrooms for telltale signs of the use of contraceptives?• Here are five telltale signs that the Ego is in command: 1. 