Give something a miss

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phrase

To decide not to do or participate in something.

I was going to go to the party tonight, but I'm really tired, so I think I'll give it a miss.
Visual representation of "give something a miss" - To decide not to do or participate in something

Often appears as...

  • give the party a miss
  • give the meeting a miss

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Colloquial

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Casual Tone

This phrase is used in casual, informal conversations rather than in formal situations.

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I think I'll give tonight's lecture a miss and just relax at home.
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Personal Choice

Implies a personal decision to skip an event, usually without affecting others.

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After working late, Joe decided to give the gym a miss.
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No Negative

The phrase doesn't carry negative judgment about the event or activity being missed.

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The play might be great, but I'll give it a miss tonight.
Visual representation of the word "Give something a miss"

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