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leaked

/liːkt/ verb · British & US
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What does leaked mean?

verb

To allow a secret or confidential piece of information to become known to the public, or to escape from a container or a secure place.

Example

"The company's financial troubles were leaked to the press, causing a stock market downturn."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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