tell
tale
1
suggesting or indicating something, particularly something unnoticeable or secret
- The telltale odor of smoke suggested that a fire had occurred in the building.
- His telltale hesitation indicated that he was hiding something from us.
- The telltale signs of exhaustion were evident in her drooping eyelids and slumped posture.
- The telltale stains on the carpet hinted at the presence of a spilled drink.
- The telltale twitch of his eye betrayed his nervousness during the interview.
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