Put somebody out to grass

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verb

To make someone retire from their job or position.

After 30 years in the industry, they decided to put John out to grass.
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Often appears as...

  • to put a high-level executive out to grass
  • to put an obsolete technology out to grass

Usage tips

Disapproving

Idiomatic

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Forced Retirement

This phrase suggests someone is being retired involuntarily, not by their own choice.

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Though he loved his job, the company put Robert out to grass.
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Discreet Dismissal

May imply a subtle way of removing someone from their role without a direct dismissal.

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Instead of firing her, they just put her out to grass.
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Negative Sentiment

Can convey a negative feeling as it is undervaluing someone’s ability due to age or change.

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His colleagues felt it was unfair when he was put out to grass.
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