Fesses up

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Context of Wrongdoing: It is frequently applied to minor transgressions or social blunders, such as admitting to eating the last cookie or breaking a household item.
Formal vs. Informal: While “confess” can be used in legal or religious contexts, “fess up” is strictly informal and typically used among friends, family, or in casual commentary.
Imperative Use: It is commonly used as a command or an invitation to be honest, such as saying, “Okay, fess up—who forgot to lock the door?”.