come out of the closet
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Those photos can now come out of the closet.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 12, 2024
After realizing as a young doctor that she was a lesbian, she chose to come out of the closet at a time when being openly gay carried grave professional and personal risks.
From New York Times • Jul. 3, 2023
After that, I knew I was gay, and it was time to come out of the closet.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2023
"Your family is out there. You are loved and valued. So when you come out of the closet, come out swinging."
From BBC • Nov. 28, 2022
“Are you both dressed? Seven, don’t you dare come out of the closet yet,” Thorn yelled from the hall.
From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega
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