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give the gate

/ɡɪv ðə ɡeɪt/

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/ɡɪv ðə ɡeɪt/slangamericanobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее сленговое выражение, означающее уволить, отвергнуть или избавиться от кого-либо, особенно в контексте романтических отношений или работы.

An outdated slang expression meaning to dismiss, reject, or get rid of someone, especially in a romantic relationship or employment context.

  1. Dismiss or rejectC1slangamerican

    To end a relationship with someone, especially a romantic one, or to fire someone from a job.

    ruУволить или отвергнуть

    • After three months of dating, she gave him the gate.
    • The boss gave the new employee the gate after just one week.
    • He was given the gate by his girlfriend for being dishonest.