if you see something, say something

phrase

If one witnesses suspicious activity, misconduct, corrupt dealings, or the like, one should report it to the relevant authority.

Meanings

phrase

alternative see something, say something

  1. If one witnesses suspicious activity, misconduct, corrupt dealings, or the like, one should report it to the relevant authority.
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APA

if you see something, say something. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 5, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/if%20you%20see%20something%2C%20say%20something

MLA

“if you see something, say something.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/if%20you%20see%20something%2C%20say%20something. Accessed November 5, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “if you see something, say something,” accessed November 5, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/if%20you%20see%20something%2C%20say%20something.

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