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to be out on one's ear
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to be dismissed or expelled from a place, job, or position
Idiom
What is the origin of the idiom "be out on one's ear" and when to use it?
The idiom "be out on one's ear" originates from the image of someone being physically thrown out of a place by their ear, a way of forcefully ejecting someone in a humiliating manner. It is used to describe a situation where someone is abruptly and forcefully removed from a job, position, or place, usually implying a lack of respect or courtesy in the manner of their expulsion.
Examples
If he shows up drunk again, he'll be out on his ear.
