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2021-07-17 10:07
Turn up (one's) toes American British verb phrase
1. To pass away
Since the former president suddenly turned up his toes, the firm has been unable to restore its leading position in the milk industry.
It's two years since my grandpa turned his toes.
2. To fail or go bankruptcy
The fourth covid 19 waves have pushed many firms into a host of difficulties and turned up their toes.
Many local brands have been turning up their toes due to the high price of their items compared to that of other competitive companies.
3.To give up entirely or cease making effort to compete or succeed
Although the squad had a great first-half performance, they appeared to just turn up the toes as their opponents began to apply some pressure.
The verb "turn" should be conjugated according to its tense.
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1. To punch a hole in one's ticket to show that they have paid for a ride
2. To do something that allows one to go further in a competition or to be promoted at work
1. Please, tell me if I forget to punch your ticket.
2. With a view to punching my ticket to the final, I did whatever it takes to win this round.
