Phrase guide

talk out of one's ass

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To exaggerate, lie, or speak nonsense, often in a way that involves shooting from the hip.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Canada, US, idiomatic, vulgar

Examples

  • Near-synonyms: (general) bullshit (verb), talk out one's ass, talk through one's ass, talk out of one's ear (expurgated), talk through one's hat (expurgated), shoot one's mouth off, shoot from the hip, whistle in the dark; (in lieu of occupational competence) fake it till one makes it

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: bullshit, talk out one's ass, talk through one's ass, talk out of one's ear, talk through one's hat, shoot one's mouth off, shoot from the hip, whistle in the dark, fake it till one makes it

Antonyms: none provided

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