dirty linen

/ˌdʌrdi ˌlɪnɪn/
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Definitions of dirty linen
  1. noun
    personal matters that could be embarrassing if made public
    synonyms: dirty laundry
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    type of:
    affairs, personal business, personal matters
    matters of personal concern
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