hand in one's checks
The phrase "hand in one's checks" is a colloquial American idiom with roots in gambling, where it metaphorically refers to death or giving up.
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Definition
C2Colloquial American English
(informal)To pass away.
Example
- After a long illness, he finally handed in his checks.
C2Colloquial American English
(informal)To surrender or admit defeat.
Example
- After struggling with the problem for hours, he decided to hand in his checks.
Similar
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