get out of Dodge
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[get] out of dodge

Kahulugan at Ibig Sabihin ng "get out of Dodge"

to get out of dodge
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to hastily leave a place, usually because of a possible danger or threat

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What is the origin of the idiom "get out of Dodge" and when to use it?

The idiom "get out of Dodge" originated from the television series "Gunsmoke," which featured the fictional town of Dodge City as a setting for many of its episodes. The phrase is used to emphasize the urgency of departure and the need to escape a problematic or uncomfortable circumstance.

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The argument at the bar was escalating, and John thought it wise to get out of Dodge before it got violent.
When the storm approached, the campers quickly packed up to get out of Dodge and avoid getting caught in the downpour.
After realizing the investment was a scam, he decided to get out of Dodge before losing all his money.
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The argument at the bar was escalating, and John thought it wise to get out of Dodge before it got violent.
When the storm approached, the campers quickly packed up to get out of Dodge and avoid getting caught in the downpour.
After realizing the investment was a scam, he decided to get out of Dodge before losing all his money.
When the party turned rowdy and the police were on their way, we decided it was time to get out of Dodge.
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