Peg out
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Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Euphemism
Used informally to soften the harshness of 'die'. Not used in formal situations.
Old Bob pegged out at 90, had a good innings.
Pro Tip 2/3Humorous Undertone
Sometimes used humorously about ones' or others' potential death scenarios.
If I eat another bite, I'll peg out!
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Formal Usage
Not appropriate in serious or formal contexts, such as funerals or official documents.
The coroner's report would not state that the individual 'pegged out'.
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