ventilate; air out; leak information
Meanings
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to be ventilated; to let air through; to be airy
Describes gaps, cracks, or thin materials that allow air to pass through. Often used for doors, windows, walls, or clothing.
The door crack lets in some air.
This sweater is too thin; it lets the wind through when worn in winter.
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The window wasn't closed tightly, so it lets in air at night.
verb
to air out; to ventilate (by spreading things out)
Refers to the deliberate action of exposing items to fresh air to remove dampness, moisture, or odors. Often used for bedding, clothes, or stored items.
Take the things out of the box to air them out.
The quilt should be taken out to air.
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After the rainy season, take the books out to air them out to prevent mold.
The clothes in the wardrobe need to be aired out regularly to stay dry.
verb
to leak information; to drop a hint; to disclose secrets
informalInformal usage referring to the partial disclosure of confidential or secret information, often intentionally. Usually followed by words like '消息' (news) or used in the pattern '透+量词+风'.
He dropped me a hint about this matter.
Can you give me a hint first, what exactly is it?
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The boss hasn't officially announced it yet, but someone has already leaked the news.
Keep this confidential, definitely don't leak it to outsiders.