Love you and leave you
phrase
This is a casual phrase said by someone to another when they need to leave.
"It was great catching up with you, but I must love you and leave you as I have an early start tomorrow."
Often appears as...
- must love you and leave you
- gotta love you and leave you
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
phrase
This is a casual phrase said by someone to another when they need to leave.
"It was great catching up with you, but I must love you and leave you as I have an early start tomorrow."
Often appears as...
- must love you and leave you
- gotta love you and leave you
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Casual Farewell
Used when parting in a light-hearted or casual manner, not a deeply emotional goodbye.
Great party, but I must love you and leave you now, folks!
Pro Tip 2/3Not Literal
'Love you' in this phrase doesn't usually imply deep affection; it's a friendly sign-off.
Alright mate, gotta love you and leave you, catch you next time!
Pro Tip 3/3UK Origin
Knowing that it's commonly used in the UK can help identify with the culture and usage.
As they say here, I'll love you and leave you. Have a good evening!
Pro Tip 1/3Casual Farewell
Used when parting in a light-hearted or casual manner, not a deeply emotional goodbye.
Great party, but I must love you and leave you now, folks!
Pro Tip 2/3Not Literal
'Love you' in this phrase doesn't usually imply deep affection; it's a friendly sign-off.
Alright mate, gotta love you and leave you, catch you next time!
Pro Tip 3/3UK Origin
Knowing that it's commonly used in the UK can help identify with the culture and usage.
As they say here, I'll love you and leave you. Have a good evening!
Pro Tip 1/3Casual Farewell
Used when parting in a light-hearted or casual manner, not a deeply emotional goodbye.
Great party, but I must love you and leave you now, folks!
Pro Tip 2/3Not Literal
'Love you' in this phrase doesn't usually imply deep affection; it's a friendly sign-off.
Alright mate, gotta love you and leave you, catch you next time!
Pro Tip 3/3UK Origin
Knowing that it's commonly used in the UK can help identify with the culture and usage.
As they say here, I'll love you and leave you. Have a good evening!
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