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Leak
01
the discharge of a fluid from some container
02
an opening or gap that allows fluid or gas to escape
03
unauthorized (especially deliberate) disclosure of confidential information
04
a euphemism for urination
05
soft watery rot in fruits and vegetables caused by fungi
to leak
01
to let gas or liquid flow through a crack or small hole
02
tell anonymously
03
(of liquid or gas) to escape through a hole or crack in a container or structure
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be leaked
05
(of secret or private information) to become publicly revealed
Example
The plumbing in the old house needed extensive repairs due to leaks and corrosion.
The troublesome leak in the roof required immediate repair to prevent further damage.
The sudden gas leak caused the authorities to pull off residents from their homes.
The container had a leak, and the liquid ran out, staining the table.
Due to a chemical leak in the hospital, patients and staff had to evacuate the building swiftly.