jig is up
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But though they’re different in many respects, the two best friends can see right through each other, and there’s a clock ticking until the jig is up.
From Salon • Apr. 11, 2025
I was like, OK, the jig is up.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2024
Now the jig is up, or nearly so.
From Washington Post • Sep. 15, 2022
For one, a couple of 10Ts are embedded in the wall where attendees walk in, so the jig is up.
From The Verge • Aug. 4, 2022
“I’m afraid the jig is up, dear. He’s onto us.”
From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell
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