spit it out
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Meaning · English
To overcome reluctance to say something particular or to speak in general.
Register: derogatory, slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
– Sir, I... I... er...
– Come on, man! Spit it out!
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “spit it out” mean?
To overcome reluctance to say something particular or to speak in general.
Is “spit it out” formal or informal?
spit it out is generally derogatory, slang.