jeter l'éponge

French

Etymology

Literally, “throw the sponge”.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ʒə.te l‿e.pɔ̃ʒ/

Verb

jeter l'éponge

  1. to throw in the towel, to pack it in, to chuck it in
    Synonyms: abandonner, déclarer forfait

Usage notes

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