Meaning of the word "lift the lid on" in English

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lift the lid on

US /lɪft ðə lɪd ɑn/
UK /lɪft ðə lɪd ɑn/
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Idiom

1.

to reveal something secret or previously hidden, often something scandalous or unpleasant

Example:
The investigation aims to lift the lid on corruption within the department.
A new documentary will lift the lid on the dark side of the fashion industry.
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