To make a clean breast of something

Meaning

To confess something fully and frankly.

Examples

• John: 'I decided <b>to make a clean breast of</b> my involvement.'<br>
• Alice: 'That took courage; I appreciate your honesty.'
• John: 'It was the right thing to do, although it was undoubtedly difficult.'
• Alice: 'She finally <b>made a clean breast of</b> the entire affair.'<br>