concept   tip off
culture   United Kingdom
statement   In the UK, a tip off refers to providing authorities with confidential information about potential criminal activity.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 tip giving United Kingdom Tipping is less common and usually reserved for exceptional service 1
2 tip off United Kingdom A tip off is a piece of information given to the police or other authorities to alert them about potential criminal activity. 1
3 tip off United Kingdom In sports, a 'tip off' refers to the initial jump ball to start a game. 1
4 tip off United Kingdom In the context of law enforcement, to provide a confidential warning or piece of information about a potential crime or illegal activity to the authorities. 1
5 tiptoe United Kingdom Tiptoeing is commonly used to move quietly, especially when trying not to wake someone up. 1
6 tiptoe United Kingdom Tiptoeing is often used to walk quietly, especially when trying not to disturb someone in the same house. 1