The idiom "call off the dogs" originated from the practice of using dogs to hunt and capture prey, particularly in the context of hunting or pursuing criminals. The phrase conveys the idea of ending a vigorous or relentless pursuit or aggression, typically in response to a request or realization that further pursuit is unnecessary or counterproductive.

What is the origin of the idiom "call off the dogs" and when to use it?

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Definicja i znaczenie słowa „ call off the dogs” po angielsku

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