jeter l'éponge

French

Etymology

Literally translated, "throw the sponge"

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /ʒə.te l‿e.pɔ̃ʒ/

Verb

jeter l'éponge

(idiomatic) to throw in the towel, to pack it in, to chuck it in

Usage notes

Not to be confused with passer l'éponge.

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