Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-call-it-quits
idiom
/tuː kɔːl ɪt kwɪts/
Definition
To stop doing something, especially after a period of time or effort.
Examples
- After years of hard work, she decided to call it quits and pursue her passion for painting.
- He was tired of the long hours at work, so he called it quits and started his own business.
- They tried to fix their relationship, but finally decided to call it quits.
Meaning
This phrase is often used when someone decides to give up or stop participating in an activity, job, or relationship.
Synonyms
- give up
- pull out
- quit
- stop
