Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
give-or-get-the-mitten
idiom
/gɪv ɔr gɛt ðə ˈmɪtən/
Definition
A phrase indicating that a relationship or connection is uncertain or in doubt, often referring to being rejected or ended.
Examples
- After months of dating, it felt like we were at a point where it was give-or-get-the-mitten.
- The conversation turned serious, and I wondered if it was time to finally give-or-get-the-mitten.
Meaning
The expression suggests that one may either be given affection (the ‘give’) or face rejection (the ‘mittens’ referring to being cast away).
Synonyms
- break up
- end it
- call it quits
- part ways
