not give up the day job
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{not} [give] up {one's} day job

Определение и Значение "not give up the day job"

to not give up the day job
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to advise someone to continue with their current job instead of trying a new job that is likely to fail
to {not} [give] up the day job definition and meaning
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What is the origin of the idiom "not give up the day job" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "not give up the day job" is unclear, but it has been in use since at least the mid-20th century. This phrase is used to suggest that someone's performance in a particular activity is not good enough to pursue as a career.

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He 's trying to be a comedian, but he should not give up the day job just yet.
She did n't give up the day job though.
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He's trying to be a comedian, but he should not give up the day job just yet.
She didn't give up the day job though.
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