abandon ship
The phrase "abandon ship" originates from maritime practice but has also found its place in everyday language to describe leaving any dire situation.
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Definition
B2Maritime
(literal, technical)To evacuate a vessel due to imminent danger or sinking.
Example
- The captain ordered everyone to abandon ship as water flooded the lower decks.
B2General
(figurative, informal)To leave a situation, project, or organization when it becomes too difficult or is failing.
Example
- Many investors decided to abandon ship when the company's stock prices plummeted.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "abandon ship":
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