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go hang oneself
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used to show one's indifference toward one's actions or mood
Idiom
Offensive
What is the origin of the idiom "go hang oneself" and when to use it?
The idiom "go hang oneself" is an informal phrase used to dismiss or show annoyance toward someone. It is a concise way of telling someone to go away or leave you alone. While the origin of this phrase is not precisely documented, it is a common idiom that has likely been in use for many years in casual language. It is important to note that such expressions can be extremely hurtful and insensitive.
Examples
If he does not like the decision, he can go hang himself.
