jeter l'éponge
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French
editEtymology
editLiterally, “throw the sponge”.
Pronunciation
editVerb
edit- to throw in the towel, to pack it in, to chuck it in
- Synonyms: abandonner, déclarer forfait
Usage notes
edit- Not to be confused with passer l’éponge.