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to get the sack
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to be fired from one's position or job
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What is the origin of the idiom "get the sack" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "get the sack" is unclear, but it has been in use since at least the early 20th century and can be related to the idea of being kicked out of somewhere. It is used to describe a situation where someone is fired or dismissed from a job, position, or organization.
Example
She's been warned about her behavior, and if she doesn't improve, she'll get the sack.
He got the boot from his last job for being consistently late.
He's not doing his work properly, so he might get the boot soon.
If the company has to make cutbacks, some employees may get the axe.
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