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Jump ship

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Sudden Exit

Used when someone leaves a role quickly, without warning.

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After losing faith in the project's future, Sarah jumped ship.
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Negative Implication

Implies leaving before problems arise or avoiding responsibilities.

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He jumped ship before the lawsuit hit the company.
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Workplace Common

Often used in a work or organizational context, more than personal settings.

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As soon as a better offer came, the manager jumped ship.
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