get the bird
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British pronunciation/ɡɛt ðə bˈɜːd/
American pronunciation/ɡɛt ðə bˈɜːd/
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essere fischiato

to be subjected to disapproval, rejection, or criticism from others, often through booing

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

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The origin of the idiom "get the bird" is unclear, but it is believed to have originated in the early 20th century as slang among performers in vaudeville and burlesque shows. In these shows, an audience member who disliked a performance would often throw a bird, or a small bird-shaped whistle, onto the stage as a sign of disapproval. Over time, the phrase came to refer to any situation where someone was rejected or dismissed in a rude or contemptuous manner, whether it was in a performance or in everyday life.

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prendere l'elicottero

to be fired or dismissed from a job, usually in an abrupt or disrespectful manner

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

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The origin of the idiom "get the bird" is unclear, but it is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century. It is used to describe a situation where someone is fired or dismissed from their job.

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