Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hit-the-bricks

idiom
/hɪt ðə brɪks/
Definition
To leave a place or go out into the streets, often in search of work or to start a journey.
Examples
  • After months of searching online, she decided it was time to hit the bricks and look for jobs in person.
  • With the economy improving, many people are ready to hit the bricks and explore new opportunities.
Meaning
This phrase typically refers to the act of venturing out, especially to find employment. It can imply a determination to take action and face the outside world.
Synonyms
  • hit the streets
  • go out
  • search for work