leak out

phrasal verbPart ofleak

leak out — phrasal verb

1. When secret information becomes known to people, especially gradually and despit

1.phrasal verb
Definition

When secret information becomes known to people, especially gradually and despite efforts to keep it hidden.

Example

Despite the company's efforts to keep the product a secret, details leaked out through social media.

News of the captain's retirement leaked out during the post-match interview with a reporter.