Idiom
air one's dirty linen in public and wash one's dirty linen in public
Theme: COMPLAINT
to discuss private or embarrassing matters in public, especially when quarreling. (This linen refers to sheets and tablecloths or other soiled cloth.)Johns mother had asked him repeatedly not to air the family's dirty linen in public.Mr. and Mrs. Johnson are arguing again. Why must they always air their dirty linen in public?Jean will talk to anyone about her financial problems. Why does she wash her dirty linen in public?