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give the gate

/ɡɪv ðə ɡeɪt/

Traduction: Expression familière ou argotique signifiant renvoyer, rejeter ou se débarrasser de quelqu'un, notamment dans le contexte d'une relation amoureuse ou d'un emploi.

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/ɡɪv ðə ɡeɪt/slangamericanobsolète
  • frExpression familière ou argotique signifiant renvoyer, rejeter ou se débarrasser de quelqu'un, notamment dans le contexte d'une relation amoureuse ou d'un emploi.

An outdated slang expression meaning to dismiss, reject, or get rid of someone, especially in a romantic relationship or employment context.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

    frrenvoyer, congédier

    • 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.