Use when information is sensitive or private, and disclosure could cause trouble or distress. She decided to keep quiet about her friend's health issues out of respect.
Pro Tip 2/3
Not Lies
Keeping quiet doesn't mean lying, but choosing not to share certain details. He kept quiet about the surprise party, not wanting to spoil the secret.
Pro Tip 3/3
Trust Implications
Demonstrates trustworthiness by showing you can keep a secret when asked. My colleagues trusted me to keep quiet about the company's upcoming merger.