Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

to-vote-with-your-feet

Idiom

/təʊ ˈvəʊt wɪð jɔːr fiːt/

Definition

To make a choice or express an opinion by leaving a situation or moving to a different place, rather than verbally stating your preference.

Examples

If the new policies don’t change, many employees might choose to vote with their feet and seek jobs elsewhere.
After the new management took over, customers began to vote with their feet by shopping at the competitor’s store.
When the city council neglected community needs, residents started to vote with their feet, moving to more responsive areas.

Meaning

The phrase indicates taking action to show your disapproval or support instead of just talking about it, often referring to opting out of a situation that you find unsatisfactory.