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Englishnot a peep
Meaning: Not a sound, or not a word from someone.
Example: “We waited for an explanation, but there wasn't a peep from the company.”
Origin: A "peep" is the faint cheep of a chick, the smallest sound one can make. The phrase is found from the 19th century.
Equivalents in other languages
Spanish: no decir ni pío Literally: To not say not even a peep
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