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naughty – adj. sometimes used humorously to describe an adult who does something slightly wrong or improper

nosy – adj. wanting to know about other people's lives, problems, etc.

gossip – v. to talk about the personal lives of other people

eave – n. the lower border of a roof that overhangs the wall —usually used in plural

snoop – v. to look for private information about someone or something : – n. someone who looks for private information about someone or something

perk up your ears – idiomatic phrase : to listen more closely : to lift (the ears) in a quick or alert way, often used figuratively of a person <I perked up my ears [=I began to listen closely] when I heard his name mentioned.>

spill the beans – idiomatic phrase : to let secret information be known : to give away a secret or surprise